Activities Coordinator

Fixed term 3 month contract

20 hours per week over 5 days per week

Hourly rate of pay £12.91

We have an exciting opportunity for an Activities Co-ordinator at Durham House Residential Care Home in Chester-le-Street. Durham House Residential Care Home is family-run and caters for 31 older persons requiring residential and residential Dementia care provided to an exceptionally high standard.

Applicants must have a passion for entertaining and improving the lives of our residents. The successful applicant will help create and implement physically and mentally stimulating activities for residents aged 65 and over. Fundraising for day trips and outings will form part of the role, so applicants with experience or new ideas for this type of activity would be ideal.

Knowledge of Word and Excel packages is required to produce posters and newsletters along with a need to develop and update digital care plans, training can be provided. Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not necessary as training could be given to the right applicant.

Benefits of working for Premier Care Homes include:

Free training and qualifications

Free uniforms

Free onsite parking

Pension scheme

Recommend a Friend payments

Long service recognition

Free flu vaccination

Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure.