Activities Co-ordinator – The Place Up Hanley

Reports to: Registered Manager
Accountable to: Registered Manager

Main Functions of the Job

To provide interesting, stimulating and enjoyable activities for residents at the Home.
To develop appropriate activities in line with Care Quality Commission requirements and best practice guidance.
To assist in ensuring a comprehensive audit programme takes place regularly.
To maintain the operations of the activities function at the standard agreed with the Registered Manager, within the
financial budget or other parameters set by the Provider.
To maintain professional skills at the current level and undertake such training and development as may from time-totime
be required to maintain that currency of practice.
To manage the activities function within the Home in accordance with standards agreed with the Registered Manager,
legislative requirements, relevant regulations, and in line with accepted best practices.
Manage costs effectively at all times in agreement with the Registered Manager.
Always act in an open and transparent manner, irrespective of who the Activities Co-ordinator is dealing with (i.e.
Registered Provider, Registered Manager, Staff, Residents or external personnel).
Must have a working understanding of the Care Act and CQC’s Essential Standards. To assist in the improvement
and maintenance of these standards.

Main Duties

To provide activities in accordance with each residents Person Centred Care Plan taking into account their individual
interests, wishes and preferences.
To treat residents with dignity and respect at all times.
To respect all residents’ right to confidentiality.
To safeguard the residents at all times; and to always speak up if you think that a resident is being harmed or
negatively affected in some way.
To support the relatives, sponsors and friends of residents.
Develop the philosophy, goals and objectives for the activities function.
Involve care staff in the provision of activities to encourage a culture of supporting the residents to live meaningful and
fulfilling lives.
Assess the effectiveness of the activities function.
Create and maintain a culture of performance and excellence.
Support and uphold an open, positive and inclusive organisational structure.
Minimise legal risks by ensuring that policies/procedures and all legislative and registration requirements are adhered
to.
In addition to these functions, employees are required to carry out such duties as may reasonably be required.

Other Responsibilities

Attend Staff Meetings, which are to take place at agreed intervals and as and when required.
Support the effective resolution of team conflicts.
Assist with the orientation and induction of new employees.
Support the implementation of the Home’s policies and procedures.
Support a work atmosphere which promotes a high quality of work life; and maintains a culture of performance and
excellence.

Professional Long-Term Activities Co-ordinator Role

Encourage innovative methods for the delivery of the activities function.
Engage in meetings relevant to the activity the Home.
Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Promote a positive image for residency and employment within the Home.