We adopt a ‘name blind’ approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage. Organisation Kirklees Directorate Adults, Housing & Health Service Area Adults Social Care Operation Job Category Social Care - Adults Job Title Other Activity Co-ordinator Hours 30 Number of Jobs 1 Location(s) Huddersfield and surrounding areas Position type Permanent Grade Grade 6 Salary £16,290-£17,833 Enhancements / additional payments details Plus relevant enhancements Internally Restricted Internally restricted job. To apply for this job you must be an employee of the Council for the duration of the recruitment process – up to and including the start date. You must also be a substantive employee (or an employee with 12 months continuous service or more) of the Council or an Apprentice. Please note that if you work for an Academy you are not an employee of the Council. Claremont House is a purpose built home registered to provide respite care; short stay and long stay care for people with dementia. The home runs 24 hours per day, so flexibility is important. You will work shifts including weekends and bank holidays. You will be responsible for creating a programme of stimulating activities in our care home. You will organise a variety of activities such as reminiscence days, themed days, outings, arts & crafts as well as practical activities such as baking, gardening and booking entertainment. You will build community links and organise parties and seasonal events throughout the year for residents, families and friends (Covid permitting). You will be instrumental in helping staff develop relationships with the wider community and support a bank of volunteers who will help you deliver your activities, e.g. local Scout/Guide groups and dance schools. You will need a creative approach to raising funds for outings and special events. You will be instrumental in helping staff promote positive mental and physical wellbeing in order to comply with CQC essential standards and improve quality of residents’ lives. The job is mentally and emotionally challenging but extremely rewarding; you will be expected to be self-motivated and will have line management support from the Residential Manager. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required for this job. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process. Our offer to you: Friendly and supportive team environment Training and development Generous annual leave entitlement Excellent pension scheme
Closing date 11 April 2021, 11:55 PM This job is subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Important Information Job Profile.pdf – 204KB

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