Activities Coordinator - Part Time

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are recruiting for Activity Coordinators with a passion for making a difference.

You will be working part time, on a rota basis (including alternate weekends) and must be able to drive. We have a 22.5 hour part time contract and a 15 hour part time contract available. Working hours are 9am until 5pm.

Please note:

A Driving license is required for this role. For Insurance purposes, applicants must be 21 years of age or over and have held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years.

Tupwood Gate
is a Nursing Home located in the quiet residential town of Caterham in Surrey, providing outcome-focused care for adults who may be physically frail, with a diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Tupwood Gate provides short stay or longer-term care, offering award-winning end of life care.

At Cygnet, our benefits go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You will also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day.

• Helping with the creation and planning of activities for residents across Tupwood Gate Nursing Home
• Arrange outings for residents tolocal events
• Working closely with all team members within the Tupwood Gate Nursing Home
• Support with the creation of promotional material for up-and-coming events
• Discussing potential ideas for activities with residents
• Contacting and arranging for external 3rd party companies to visit Tupwood Gate
• Assisting residents in taking part of arranged activities

• Strong career progression opportunities, including into management roles
• Monthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer support
• Opportunities for learning & development
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme & employee discount savings

• Previous care experience working within either a nursing home or community role (Essential)
• Experienced in planning and arranging events (Essential)
• Experienced in carrying out activities for the elderly (Essential)
• Experienced in working with adults with dementia, Alzheimer's and other health conditions (Desirable)
• Computer literate - creating newsletters and activities plan (Essential)
• Documentation of residents progress (Essential)
• Strong verbal communications skills (Essential)
• Positive and compassionate approach (Essential)
• Able to work as an individual or as part of a team (Essential)
• Able to work alternate weekends (Essential)
• Driver
  - Please note:
  
  A Driving license is required for this role. For Insurance purposes, applicants must be 21 years of age or over and have held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years. (Essential)

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.

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