# Activities Coordinator - Care Home > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Barchester Healthcare. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/activities-coordinator-care-home/652f8b9b-51ca-4ca6-98a9-97fda17a8fce - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/activities-coordinator-care-home/652f8b9b-51ca-4ca6-98a9-97fda17a8fce.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Barchester Healthcare - **Town:** Bristol - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Administrative and IT - **Salary:** £14.77 an hour - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time, Part-time - **Closing date:** 2026-09-19T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-21T11:53:30.788Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0177-26-7782?employerCode=E0177 - **Application URL:** https://www.applygateway.com/apply?JobId=1528798853&supplierId=153&utm_campaign=NHSJobs&utm_source=supplier ## Job Content ### Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as an Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement. ABOUT YOU You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as an Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your caree ### Main duties of the job As an Activities Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in creating an engaging and supportive environment within a care home. The position involves devising and implementing imaginative and motivational activities that align with residents' varied interests and abilities. It requires a warm and personable character, with the ability to inspire participation in activities both inside the home and the community. Although prior experience is beneficial, it is not mandatory as training is provided. Organizational skills and a proactive mindset are essential to making the role rewarding. The aim is to maximize residents' wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. ### About us Barchester Healthcare is a well-known provider of quality care homes, dedicated to delivering personalized and supportive care across the United Kingdom. Their mission is to provide exceptional care services that meet the diverse needs of the elderly and individuals requiring specialist care. They place a strong emphasis on celebrating life and ensuring a stimulating environment for residents within their homes. Barchester Healthcare is committed to staff development and offers a conducive atmosphere for career progression. Employees often benefit from competitive pay rates, comprehensive training programs, and numerous rewards and recognition schemes. ### Details - Date posted: 21 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £14.77 an hour - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time - Reference number: 1528798853 - Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3JY, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLEAs an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as an Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement. ABOUT YOUYou'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as an Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us. REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' Workplace Pension scheme, with Employer contributions from 3% And so much more! If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. 8765 ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - No specific qualifications are required for the Activities Coordinator role. 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