Activities and Wellbeing Coordinator

We are looking for a compassionate and caring Activities and Wellbeing Coordinator to join our family. We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can-do attitude and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion and respect. If you want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents, apply today. About the role 28 Hours per week Shifts: 9:30am to 5.00pm covering 4 days over 7, must be flexible to work weekends. Identify residents' activity needs and wishes through discussion, assessment and observation, and produce a varied programme based on these findings Explore the most appropriate methods and resources for meeting activity needs, including group events and individual sessions, involving internal and external sources and involving community-based resources Organise theme and fund-raising events as required, based on local holidays, traditions, etc Organise outings as appropriate, giving consideration to safety needs and staffing requirements Manage monthly activity budgets for entertainment, materials and outings in accordance with Company procedures Ensure risk assessments have been carried out on all activities and outings Produce newsletters in accordance with the company newsletter procedure Take photos of our residents around the home, create engaging content and update our social media pages on a daily basis

• The right to live and work in the UK
• Ability to work in a team, a caring nature and a positive attitude
• An understanding of Health and Safety
• An understanding of emotional, social, physical, psychological and intellectual needs of vulnerable people
• Ability to engage others in recreational activities
Desired Criteria
• Previous experience in a similar position in a care home is desirable but not essential
  
  Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgate, We are Westgate Healthcare, a family-run care provider delivering award-winning residential, nursing and dementia care across the South East of England.
With over 20 years of experience, we focus on creating safe, supportive and welcoming environments for older people. Our approach combines high clinical standards with genuine compassion, ensuring every resident receives personalised, dignified care