ACTIVITIES LEAD – LIVING WELL TEAM

About the role

We're looking for an experienced and inspiring Activities Lead to oversee our Living Well Team at the Betty Asher Loftus Centre (BALC).

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting the Living Well Team across the BALC homes.
• Planning and delivering a varied programme of activities, events, outings and wellbeing initiatives.
• Ensuring programmes are tailored to residents' individual interests, needs and abilities.
• Supporting residents living with dementia, physical disabilities and complex care needs.
• Incorporating Jewish festivals, traditions and celebrations into activity programmes.
• Building relationships with families, volunteers, community groups, Rabbis and local organisations.
• Making sure activities and events are delivered safely and in line with organisational policies.

Requirements

• Experience leading a team within a care, wellbeing, community or activities setting.
• Passionate about improving the lives of older people.
• Experience developing and delivering engaging wellbeing or lifestyle programmes.
• Understanding the needs of people living with dementia and other complex needs.
• Creative, enthusiastic and able to inspire others.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• Enjoying building relationships with residents, families, volunteers and community partners.
• An awareness of Jewish traditions, festivals and cultural practices.
• Confidence using digital technology and Microsoft Office applications.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends and special events.

Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills

• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Organisation
• Person-centred care
• Jewish cultural knowledge

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

This post is working Monday to Friday for 40 hours per week. 09.00-17.00 with one Sunday afternoon in 6 (3 hours) time off in lieu.