Join Our Care Home Team and Make a Difference Every Day!

Are you passionate about enhancing the lives of others? Do you believe in the power of creativity, companionship, and meaningful engagement? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Activity Lifestyle Coordinator to join our vibrant care home community. If you are energetic, compassionate, and organised, this could be the perfect role for you!

About Us

Rannoch Lodge is a warm, welcoming place where residents are at the heart of everything we do. We strive to provide not just top-quality care, but also a lively, stimulating environment where each individual can flourish. Our approach is holistic, focusing on the physical, emotional, and social well-being of every resident, helping them lead fulfilling lives in a safe and supportive setting.

Hours:

9pm-4pm, 9.30am-4.30pm, possibly a few backshifts per month  ) every 2nd weekend off

The Role

As an Activity Lifestyle Coordinator, you will play a vital role in creating a positive, engaging atmosphere for our residents. You’ll be responsible for planning, organising, and delivering a wide range of activities and events tailored to meet the interests, abilities, and needs of our diverse community. Your work will encourage social interaction, mental stimulation, and physical activity, contributing greatly to the overall happiness and well-being of those in our care.

Responsibilities

· Design, implement, and evaluate a varied programme of daily, weekly, and monthly activities for residents, both group-based and one-to-one.

· Work closely with residents to understand their interests, hobbies, backgrounds, and preferences, ensuring activities are person-centred and meaningful.

· Organise special events such as seasonal celebrations, birthdays, themed parties, outings, and cultural days.

· Coordinate regular exercise classes, games, arts and crafts sessions, music and movement, reminiscence workshops, gardening, and more.

· Encourage residents to participate, supporting those who may be reluctant or living with dementia or disabilities.

· Liaise with external entertainers, volunteers, community groups, schools, and families to enrich the activity schedule.

· Document attendance, gather feedback, and evaluate the impact of activities, adapting plans based on resident needs and interests.

· Promote inclusion and respect for all residents, ensuring activities represent the diversity of backgrounds and cultures within the home.

· Work collaboratively with care, kitchen, and housekeeping teams to integrate lifestyle programming into daily life at the home.

· Ensure all activities are delivered safely, adhering to safeguarding and health and safety policies.

Who we are looking for

· A genuine passion for working with older adults and a commitment to enriching lives.

· Energetic, creative, and able to inspire enthusiasm in others.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to build rapport with residents, relatives, and colleagues.

· Organised, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

· Flexible and adaptable, willing to adjust plans to respond to changing needs.

· Experience in an activity planning, lifestyle, or care role is desirable, but not essential – full training will be provided.

· Understanding of dementia and other age-related conditions is an advantage.

· Confident IT skills for documenting activities and communicating with families.

· A warm, approachable nature and a positive outlook.

· Must be willing to undergo an enhanced Disclosure PVG check and provide references.

~What we offer

· Competitive hourly rate.

· Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, including opportunities for professional development.

· A supportive, friendly, and inclusive working environment.

· The chance to make a real, positive impact on people’s lives.

· Regular team meetings, supervision, and opportunities to contribute ideas.

· Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance.

· Annual leave entitlement and pension scheme.

Day in the life

Imagine beginning your day with a cup of tea and a chat with residents, gathering ideas for new activities or revisiting cherished hobbies. You might start by leading a gentle chair-based exercise class, bringing laughter and movement to the lounge. Mid-morning could see you hosting a baking session or craft club, where residents share stories and create beautiful artwork for display.

After lunch, perhaps you accompany residents for a walk in the garden, plant flowers, or organise a quiz to stimulate memory and spark friendly competition. In the afternoon, you could coordinate a live music performance, a film afternoon, or a reminiscence session themed around travel, music, or childhood memories.

Throughout the day, you’ll work alongside care staff, noticing if someone needs extra encouragement or if there’s an opportunity for one-to-one engagement. You’ll be a friendly face for families visiting loved ones, sharing updates, and listening to feedback.

Equal opportunities 

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. We value the unique contributions that every team member brings to our home.