Lead Activities Co-Ordinator Occupational Therapist

Band 6
Band 6
London, London
ASAP
Up to £29198.40 per annum
 
 

Lead Activities Co-Ordinator Occupational Therapist

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ð Permanent Lead Activities Co-ordinator
Salary: £29,120 per year
Hours: 9:30am â 5:30pm
Location: North London 2 x vacancies â Enfield & Finchley
Employer: Nursing and Care Homes Limited

About the Role
We are excited to introduce a new and pivotal role within our care homes. As our Lead Activities Co-ordinator, you will play a vital part in enhancing the quality of life for our residents by creating and delivering engaging, meaningful, and inclusive activity programmes.

This is a hands-on, creative position suited to someone who is passionate about supporting older adults to stay socially connected, physically active, and mentally stimulated. You will help shape a vibrant, supportive environment where residents feel valued, involved, and inspired.

Key Responsibilities
⢠Design, implement, and lead a varied programme of activities tailored to residentsâ interests and abilities
⢠Promote social interaction, physical engagement, and cognitive stimulation
⢠Build strong links with the local community and develop external partnerships
⢠Recruit, manage, and support volunteers
⢠Ensure activities meet safeguarding, regulatory, and safety standards
⢠Foster an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere across the home
Essential Qualifications & Experience
⢠Relevant qualification in social care, recreational therapy, or a related field (e.g. Level 3 QCF Supporting the Activities Provision, Occupational Therapy degree, or similar)
⢠At least one additional certification in arts therapy, music therapy, or community engagement
⢠Proven experience planning and delivering activities for older adults, ideally in a care home with 60+ beds
⢠Strong understanding of the physical, emotional, and social needs of older adults
⢠Knowledge of best practice in residential care activity programming
⢠Awareness of safeguarding and regulatory requirements
Desirable Skills & Experience
⢠National Activity Providers Association (NAPA) qualifications and training
⢠Experience managing volunteers and coordinating community involvement
⢠Background in event or programme coordination within health or social care
⢠Confident leading group activities and workshops
⢠Familiarity with local community resources and partnership opportunities

Why Join our client
This is an exciting opportunity to shape a brand-new role and make a genuine difference to residentsâ daily lives. Youâll be supported to bring creativity, leadership, and innovation into a role that truly matters.

Please contact parul.patel@tpgplc.com

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