Activities Coordinator - Forthland Lodge Care Home • Edinburgh Meallmore Limited
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nActivities Coordinator - Forthland Lodge Care Home with Meallmore Limited in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom\n\n Job Description Our Meallmore team at Forthland Lodge are ready to warmly welcome you as a Care Assistant within their care home. Conveniently located close the city centre of Edinburgh, Forthland Lodge offers residents safe, comfortable surroundings in a purpose-built nursing home. Our purpose-built care home provides high quality, personalised nursing care for people living with an acquired brain injury and older people, including those living with dementia and its related conditions. The role of an Activities Coordinator in a care home involves planning, organizing, and facilitating engaging and meaningful activities for residents. Your Role As a Meallmore Activities Coordinator Will Include Develop and implement a diverse range of activities that cater to the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs of residents in the home. Coordinate and lead group activities, such as arts and crafts, games, music sessions, exercise classes, outings away from the home, and social events. To identify residents' specific interests, preferences, and limitations to tailor activities accordingly. Collaborate with the care team and families to gather information and involve them in the activity planning process. Source and manage external entertainers, performers, or volunteers from within the local community. Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all residents during activities, making necessary adaptations and providing appropriate support as needed. Maintain accurate records of resident participation and feedback for the families and Care Inspectorate. Skills And Requirements Previous experience in planning and facilitating activities for older adults, preferably in a care home or similar setting is desirable. Knowledge of person-centred care approaches and the specific needs of individuals, including those with dementia or other cognitive impairments. Creativity, enthusiasm, and excellent communication skills to engage residents and build meaningful relationships. Organisational skills to effectively manage activity schedules, resources, and documentation. Ability to work collaboratively with a team and engage families in the activity planning process. What We Can Offer You Wagestream (access a portion of your earned income - every hour of every day) Subsidised meals Hourly overtime rates available Generous annual leave entitlement Free uniform Investment in your ongoing professional development, including our mentorship scheme Refer a friend bonus scheme (up to £1000) Pension scheme Company sick pay scheme Salary: £11.93 per hour + overtime rates + benefits Hours: 30 hours per week If you want to be part of our Meallmore family and this sounds like you, please click apply. Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG). INDFORTLAND"}