Wellbeing and Activities Team Leader - Salford, United Kingdom - Broughton House Veterans Care Village

Broughton House Veterans Care Village

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Salford, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

For over 100 years, we have provided care for extraordinary ex-servicemen and women of varying ages and needs, from those who served in WW2 to those who more recently served in Iraq and Afghanistan.

It is important for us to remember their extraordinary stories and that after their service has finished, Broughton House is where they call home.

You will be a part of our multi-disciplinary and enthusiastic team to provide a variety of care for our veterans including holistic services, dementia care, general nursing and residential needs at our recently rebuilt state-of-the-art site in Salford, Greater Manchester.

Our unique approach is an inspiring vision to enable and empower the armed forces community to live with dignity and independence in 'life after service'.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced, motivated and creative Wellbeing and Activities Team Leader to lead and manage a supportive team of activity coordinators in the delivery of stimulating and leisure activities/events both inside and outside our care home.

Hours per week including some evenings and weekends.
Provide leadership and management of the wellbeing and activities coordinators.
To create ongoing weekly variety of programmes, events and activities inside and outside the home that are stimulating and enjoyable both in groups and individually.
Ensure our resident living with dementia enjoy the same opportunities for engagement and activity as other residents.
Motivating and guiding other members of the team to incorporate wellbeing and activity into their role wherever possible, with support from Care Team Leaders and direction from the Director of Care.
Creating partnerships with local community organisations and individuals, regularly taking residents out and bringing external groups in.
Managing the budget for activities equipment and activities.

About you

Previous experience in event/activities planning and leading a wellbeing and/or activities team for elderly residents, particularly in a care home environment.
Must be NAPA (National Activity Providers Association) trained
Competent IT skills and willingness to learn new software.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to provide quality care under pressure
Effective time management skills
Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions
Flexible and adaptable to change

What we offer

Salary: £24,000 £27,000 per year depending on experience
Annual leave: 25 days plus statutory bank holidays
Paid DBS
Training opportunities
Pension scheme
Heavily subsidised meals
Free uniform
Staff recognition program
Blue light card scheme

So, do you want to deliver high-quality and person-centred care in a friendly not-for-profit environment, in a state-of-the-art facility with an amazing group of residents? If so, then we'd love to hear from you.

Please note that we are not offering skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role.

No agencies please.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£24,000.00-£27,000.00 per year

Benefits: