Activities Team Lead

Activities Team Lead

Location: Maiden Castle House, 12-14 Gloucester Road, Dorchester, Dorset DT1 2NJ

Pay: £13.30 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (including alternate weekend working)

Shift Pattern: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

We have an exciting opportunity for an Activities Team Lead to join the team at Maiden Castle House, a 66‑bed dementia and residential care home in Dorchester.

About the Role

As the Activities Team Lead, you will plan and deliver an ongoing programme of social activities for residents, manage a calendar of events, negotiate with suppliers, implement new ideas, and supervise the Activities Assistant team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide imaginative and enjoyable social & therapeutic activities for residents, including those living with dementia.
• Manage an ongoing calendar of social events and activities covering residents’ personal interests.
• Negotiate with suppliers, order materials, buy tickets, book transport, and arrange outings.
• Research and implement new ideas, events and activities.
• Supervise the Activities Assistant team.

About You

• Warm, energetic, outgoing individual who enjoys engaging with people.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to connect with individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities.
• Experience in managing a small team is desirable.
• Enjoys working in a team environment, bringing positivity and collaboration.

Benefits and Rewards

• On‑going training and development.
• Support from a friendly, experienced team.
• Person‑centred care with opportunity for resident interaction.
• Encouraging residents to stay independent and active.
• Building genuine friendships with residents.
• Positive team‑focused atmosphere within the home.
• Online/retail discounts – Blue Light Card.
• Paid induction and training.
• Employee referral bonus scheme.
• Free DBS check.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life insurance.
• Staff association.
• Local staff reward programme.
• Onsite learning and development team.
• Career progression.
• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible working hours.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• No visa sponsorship available.

How to Apply

If you’re a kind, caring person and ready to make a difference, contact the recruitment team at 01202 712448.

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