Activities Coordinator - Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE DRIVING LICENSE REQUIRED. THIS IS FULL TIME ROLE, MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ALTERNATIVE WEEKENDS. 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.

Main duties of the job

As an Activities Coordinator at Barchester care home, you will be responsible for creating a stimulating environment to deliver exceptional care and support for residents. The role involves devising imaginative, fun, and motivational activities to suit every interest and ability, with part of your time spent getting to know residents and their families to create tailored programmes. You'll need to be warm, empathetic, and personable, with strong organisational skills and a creative approach. A driving license is required, and you must be available to work alternative weekends. In return, you receive a competitive pay rate, free training and development, access to wellbeing tools, a range of retail discounts, a Refer a Friend bonus scheme, Employee of the Month rewards, and Long Service Awards.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is dedicated to providing exceptional all-round care and support for its residents. The company operates care homes that focus on celebrating life and offering stimulating environments where residents can thrive. Barchester Healthcare believes in delivering quality care and support that one would wish for their loved ones. The organisation offers various training and career progression opportunities to its employees, along with sector-leading benefits. Employees are encouraged to devise activities that maximise residents' wellbeing, independence, and social engagement. Barchester Healthcare values its staff and rewards dedication through competitive pay, development programs, and recognition schemes. The company fosters an environment where creativity, enthusiasm, and a supportive community are key.

Details

• Date posted: 21 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1528798854
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Banbury, OX17 2JL, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE

DRIVING LICENSE REQUIRED.

THIS IS FULL TIME ROLE, MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ALTERNATIVE WEEKENDS.

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 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.

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