Overview
We are looking for an Activities Coordinator to join us at Abbey View Nursing Home to plan, organise and deliver activities for the residents of the Home.
The post is for 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Activities are best delivered between any of the following times:
10am-2pm, 1.30pm-4pm, 5pm-7pm. The job permits a degree of flexibility.
Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Duties
- Provide varied and appropriate activities for all residents.
- Organise appropriate outings for all residents.
- Liaise with Home Manager and Senior staff regarding activities programme.
- Maintain accurate records of activities provided.
- Assist and participate with occasional fundraising activities (for Comfort Fund).
- Maintain resident, staff and company confidentiality at all times.
- Liaise with local community groups, etc, to source crafts, entertainment, etc.
- Liaise with local clergy from all denominations to provide support within the Home.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures and legislative guideline paying particular attention to Health and Safety.
- Adhere to Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety’s Minimum Standards.
This Job Description is not meant to be definitive but is an outline of the post as it is currently perceived and the duties and responsibilities may change in the light of developments.
Essential Criteria
- No experience is necessary.
Desirable Criteria
- Relevant training or qualifications.
- Previous experience working in a similar role
About Abbey View
Abbey View is the most recent addition to MD Healthcare in August 2022. Abbey View is located in the seaside town of Bangor, Northern Ireland situated close to the historian Bangor Abbey. The home provides nursing care for up to 25 residents across two floors.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
The company operate a no smoking policy.
Please note: Applicants within the last 6 months need not reapply.
Apply Now
If you think this role would be for you, please fill in the application form below.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Do you have any proven experience working with Arts and Crafts?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person