Activities Co-ordinator

Job Description

Please scroll down to the bottom of the job description to apply JOB PURPOSE:The Activities Coordinator leads and encourages Members to join in meaningful activities whilst maintaining their independence, choice and dignity, to enable them to lead as full and active life as possible. They create a stimulating and varied programmeof leisure activities and social events, inside and outside of the home, for residents to enjoy. They work with each new Member to understand their likes and dislikes, abilities and needs to put together an individual social care plan and to evaluate regularly.They engage the local community into the daily lives of residents by initiating contact with local community groups enabling residents to partake and continue with hobbies and interests as desired.It is expected that the Activities Coordinator completes any required training and becomes acknowledgeable about the Loveday & Co. culture, policies and procedures. The Activities Coordinator is required to develop and maintain a positive atmosphere forresidents, families, visitors and team members.The Activities Coordinator is expected to be knowledgeable and constantly learning about the most current information on Dementia. This person will adhere to the dementia Strategy within their role at all times.Activities Coordinators will also help coordinate the Day Club Programme, work with families for transport, escorts to home, and facilitate person centred activities.What to expect at LovedayWe understand how important our people are in making our Members lives as fulfilling as possible. We believe in going Above & Beyond everyday not just for our Members but our people as well. You can expect support from your colleagues and tailored trainingto help you achieve your career goals. Our high staff ratios mean you have the time and support to deliver great care to our Members. In hospitality we deliver service akin to a private members club, and pride ourselves on the quality of our food and diningexperiences, offering regular and family friendly hours.About LovedayLoveday is recognised as the premier provider of luxury care services in London. We are passionately devoted to enhancing the lives of our Members and their families. We blend our expertise in providing tailored, compassionate care, with world-class hospitality,to create an unrivalled culture of uncompromising excellence in everything we do. Based on the success of our award winning first home in Chelsea Loveday, we are expanding across London with both additional properties and new services for seniors, such asHome Care.In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required fromcandidates as part of the recruitment process.Loveday & Co is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status,or pregnancy and maternity.