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Activities Coordinator - Care Home


Location
Salary
£14.40 an hour
Profession
Administrative and IT
Deadline
10 Aug 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
11 Jun 2026
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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

Main duties of the job

As an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll create a stimulating environment for our residents, focusing on delivering exceptional care and support. This role involves devising imaginative, fun, and motivational activities tailored to each resident's interests and abilities. It's important to have a warm, empathetic, and personable approach to succeed in this role, alongside strong organizational skills and a proactive mindset. Infectious enthusiasm and a creative approach are essential to inspire residents and staff to participate in activities both within the care home and in the local community.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a prominent provider of care homes across the UK, known for its commitment to delivering high-quality care services. The organization focuses on creating safe and nurturing environments that emphasize the mental, physical, and emotional well-being of residents. Barchester's ethos revolves around celebrating life, ensuring all residents receive personalized attention and care tailored to their individual needs. The company offers various career development opportunities and encourages staff to engage in continuous professional growth.

Details

  • Date posted: 11 June 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £14.40 an hour
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
  • Reference number: 1510286460
  • Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Birmingham, B15 2NX, 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.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • No specific qualifications required; experience in a similar role would be advantageous.

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This advert is for Activities Coordinator - Care Home with Barchester Healthcare in Bristol, South East, England. It is listed as a Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £14.40 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 10 Aug 2026.

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