Job Description

The Knights Retirement Home is looking for a dynamic, friendly and highly capable, Part-time Activities in our care home. We are looking for a person who has experience of working within a care home, and wishes to join the friendly team at The Knights Retirement Home.

A rewarding job you will lovePlan and gain approval for a programme of varied group and/or individual events following discussions with residents, staff & relatives. Publicise & communicate the programme, ensuring that all residents have access

Run all events on the programme giving regard to patient safety, comfort & enjoyment. Group events may include craft classes, music, films, quizzes, bingo, reminiscence, entertainment, etc...

Accompany residents on outings, ensuring adequate provision of care staff & that all safety standards are met, particularly with regards to mobility.

Keep records of all finances associated with the programme; which must be in keeping with the agreed budget. Assist in fund raising activities. Manage supply of all equipment.

Organise regular visits from Ministers of religious denominations. Assist with transport for residents who wish to attend religious services.

Attend to individual resident's social needs, including 1:1 private conversations, letter writing, reading & assisting with the pursuance of individual hobbies or interests

Any other reasonable task requested by a supervisor or manager which is within your competence.

About us:

We are a Residential Care Home located in the bustling seaside town of St Anne's On The Sea. We are registered for up to 31 ladies and gentlemen and are currently rated by the Care Quality Commission as GOOD overall.

The home is a friendly and relaxed environment and we put a big emphasis on the food that we serve. We pride ourselves as being part of the community and provide excellent person-centered care to older ladies and gentlemen.

We offer various perks as part of this role including additional pay for working over bank holidays, uniform, paid DBS checks and a generous annual leave entitlement.

Whilst we are ideally looking for a candidate with previous experience of working in a care home or similar environment, we are looking for the right candidate and are willing to offer training and support to that person if we feel that they will be perfect for the home (qualifications and/or experience dependent).

Should you have any questions about this role or would like to have an informal chat please call 01253 720421 and ask to speak to the Home Manager.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.42 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person