Activities Co-ordinator

MHA, a charity providing care for older people, is looking for an Activities Co-ordinator at Hampton Lodge care home in Southampton.

You would plan and run a varied programme of group and one-to-one activities that support residents' social, physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing, working with colleagues, families, volunteers and local community groups.

What you would do:

• Design and deliver activities based on residents' assessed needs and interests
• Help residents use technology such as video calls to stay in touch with family and friends
• Coordinate events with key workers, relatives, volunteers and community organisations
• Keep accurate records of activities and outcomes to support care plans
• Look after activity equipment and work within budget, following safeguarding and health and safety policies

What they look for:

• A real passion for improving older people's lives
• Creativity, good organisation and strong communication skills
• Confidence using IT and helping residents do the same
• Flexibility and a positive attitude to training

Hours: 10 hours a week. Pay: £13.60 an hour. MHA says it is currently considering candidates who live within about 15 miles of the home.

Apply directly on MHA's website using the button on this page.