Activities Lead

About the role

At Kingsley Healthcare, we’re a proud, family-run business where every resident and team member is part of the family. We’re looking for a creative and caring Activities Lead to head up the activities and wellbeing programme in the home, making sure every day is full of fun, purpose and moments that matter.

Reporting to the Home Manager, you’ll lead a small team of Activities Coordinators, Activities Assistants and volunteers. Together, you’ll create a varied, person-centred programme that reflects each resident’s interests, history and abilities, including people living with dementia.

Reports to

Home Manager

Key duties and responsibilities

• Leading, supporting and developing the activities team, including Activities Coordinators, Activities Assistants and volunteers
• Carrying out regular supervisions, appraisals and team meetings
• Planning a varied, person-centred programme of group activities, one-to-one time, outings, themed events and birthday celebrations
• Adapting activities for residents living with dementia, sensory impairment or other complex needs
• Building links with the local community, including schools, faith groups, clubs and entertainers
• Gathering feedback from residents and relatives to keep the programme fresh and meaningful
• Managing the activities budget and keeping accurate records in residents’ care plans
• Working closely with the care team and keeping the Home Manager update

Skills and attributes

• Experience in an activity’s role within a care setting, ideally with some experience leading others
• Confident leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and organise a team
• A creative spark, with a background in areas such as arts, music, theatre, hospitality or event hosting
• Warmth, empathy and a real understanding of residents’ needs
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to manage a budget and keep accurate records
• A Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or Activity Provision is desirable, or a willingness to work towards one

Supplementary information

If you’d love to make a real difference to our residents every day, we’d love to hear from you.