Activities Coordinator

Birdston Care Home, located in Kirkintilloch, just 15 minutes from Glasgow, is a modern, fully refurbished care home with over 20 years of experience. We deliver high-quality, person-centred care for frail-elderly residents, including specialist dementia and respite care. Rated all 5s by the Care Inspectorate and holding an outstanding 9.9 score on carehome.co.uk, we're proud of our reputation for excellence. Join our friendly, supportive team in a rewarding role, working in a safe, spacious environment with beautiful gardens and stunning views of the Campsie Fells.Activities Coordinator Contract £13.40 per hourContracted to 21 hours per weekPaid PVG, pension, uniform provided5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)Role OverviewAs Activities Coordinator, you will play a key role in enhancing daily life by delivering engaging, meaningful and person centred activities that promote wellbeing, independence and social interaction.You will plan and deliver a varied programme of group and one to one activities, tailored to individual interests, abilities and care needs. Building strong relationships is essential, enabling a clear understanding of preferences and supporting inclusive participation for all individuals, including those living with dementia.Working as part of the wider team, the role contributes to a positive and stimulating environment where individuals feel valued, active and connected. This role is open to both experienced candidates and those new to care, with training and support provided to help you develop in the role.What We Are Looking For A creative, organised and enthusiastic approachStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to plan and deliver engaging activitiesA genuine interest in supporting older peopleAbility to work both independently and as part of a teamPrevious experience in activities or a similar role is beneficial, however candidates with transferable skills from roles such as hospitality, events, childcare or community work are encouraged to applyAbout usBirdston Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ