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Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying. Location: Torrwood, Wells Hours: 22.5 hours per week (3 x days a week, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 7.5 hours a day (8 hours, 09:00-17:00, with half hour unpaid break) Salary: £13.77 per hour For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Care Home. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch - we are happy to review individual circumstances. About the role As an Activities Co-ordinator, you will play a vital role in enhancing the wellbeing and quality of life for our residents. You will plan, organise, and deliver a varied and stimulating programme of activities that meet residents’ social, physical, and emotional needs. Working in collaboration with colleagues, families, volunteers, and local community groups, you will help residents stay engaged, independent, and fulfilled — ensuring each day brings opportunities for enjoyment, companionship, and purpose. What you will do * • Design, plan, and deliver a programme of individual and group activities based on residents assessed social needs., • Promote residents’ social, physical, and spiritual wellbeing through creative, engaging, and inclusive activities., • Support residents in accessing a range of IT options (e.g. video calls, social media, online resources) to stay connected with family and friends., • Liaise with key workers, relatives, volunteers, and community organisations to coordinate participation and events., • Keep accurate records of activities, attendance, and outcomes to support residents’ care plans., • Help to review and adapt activities programmes regularly to meet changing needs and preferences., • Support colleagues and contribute to the induction of new staff where appropriate., • Ensure the safe use and maintenance of all activity resources and equipment, and work within budget., • Follow safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety policies at all times., • Attend training and development sessions as required, which may involve travel to other MHA locations. About you You will bring enthusiasm, creativity, and compassion to your role. You will have: * • A genuine passion for improving the lives of older people through meaningful engagement., • The ability to design and deliver group and individual activities that motivate and inspire participation., • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively., • Excellent communication and listening skills., • The confidence to use IT tools and support residents in doing so., • The ability to work flexibly, as part of a team and independently., • A positive attitude towards training, personal development, and continuous learning. Why join MHA? You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a highly supportive culture, and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of employees. You will work alongside motivated colleagues in an environment of teamwork and trust, while also having fun. At MHA, we believe this is more than just a job. It is a career to be proud of, where every day you can make a positive difference. Rewards and benefits In addition to a highly competitive salary, you will enjoy: * • 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)., • A strong pension scheme, life assurance, and support with professional fees in relevant roles., • Free DBS checks and uniforms for care and support colleagues., • Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support, and access to our hardship fund., • Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies., • Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts, and the Vivup app., • A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications, and clear career progression., • Long service awards to celebrate your contribution. About the home Torrwood care home in Wells Torrwood is a welcoming and values driven home where colleagues work together to provide compassionate residential and nursing care. The team is friendly and supportive, offering new colleagues guidance and encouragement as they settle into their roles. Colleagues help create a calm and respectful atmosphere that promotes dignity, independence and wellbeing. MHA’s charitable ethos underpins the culture, encouraging teamwork, kindness and opportunities for learning and development. For job seekers looking for meaningful work in a supportive and professional environment, Torrwood offers a fulfilling place to build a career and make a lasting difference. For more information about the home, please click here Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early. Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). xrnqpay We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Recruitment Team.

Reports to: Deputy Managers and Registered Managers Location: Children's Residential Care Homes, Leyland Hours & Pattern: Full-time, 40 hours per week (average) Shift pattern includes days, evenings, nights, weekends, bank holidays, sleep-ins, and lone working 2 on / 4 off shift patternSalary: £29,600 per year £50 per sleep-in (approx. 10 per month) Job Purpose Assist the Registered Manager and Assistant Manager with day-to-day operations and provide cover across homes. Ensure the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of children and young people are met in a supportive, homely, and professional environment. Comply with Ofsted, government, and Association policies to maintain quality standards. Achieve and maintain a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating. Promote an organizational culture aligned with core values. Principal Responsibilities Management & Administration Assist managers in recruitment, staff induction, training, performance management, and allocation of duties. Maintain care home operations: shifts, budgets, petty cash, record-keeping, and reports.Care Provision 3. Ensure care is provided in a positive, inclusive environment that considers race, spirituality, gender, disability, and sexual orientation. 4. Maintain accurate, professional care plans, risk assessments, and anti-bullying strategies. 5. Build positive relationships with children/young people, assessing needs and developing individual care plans. Operational & Financial Duties 6. Support home administration, including: Supplies and services management Written reports and records Maintenance, cleaning, and grounds upkeep Budget monitoring and petty cash management Engagement with the local communityStaff Development 7. Guide and train staff, provide feedback, audit records, coach, and manage performance. Safeguarding 8. Act immediately on any safeguarding concerns and follow procedures. 9. Attend court proceedings, child protection conferences, and provide reports. Communication & Collaboration 10. Maintain communication within the home and with external agencies, schools, families, and the community. 11. Ensure staff awareness of legal, professional, safeguarding, and administrative practices. Youth Engagement 12. Work individually or in groups with children/young people to enhance relationships, personal behavior, and life skills. Additional Responsibilities 13. Undertake designated projects or tasks assigned by management. 14. Deputise for the Deputy Manager as needed. General Responsibilities Flexibility: Complete workload and other duties as required. Discretion: Exercise judgment while maintaining client and staff safety and efficient resource use. Relationships: Promote teamwork and maintain strict confidentiality. Personal Development: Actively pursue and implement personal development plans. Equality & Diversity: Uphold equality of opportunity and abide by policies. Health & Safety: Follow the organization's policies at all times. Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

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