Activities Coordinator

Activities Coordinator – Luxury Retirement Home – AV1919B
Location: Catford, Lewisham, London
Pay: £12.71 Per Hour
Hours: 10:30am – 4:30pm

This well-established 28-bed residential care home in Catford provides high-quality, compassionate care for older people, including those living with dementia. With over 45 years of heritage, the service has built a strong reputation within the local community for delivering dignified, person-centred care in a warm and welcoming environment.

Family values are at the heart of everything here. The home is run with a genuine passion for care, creating a close-knit, supportive environment where both residents and staff feel valued. Kindness, respect, and individuality underpin the culture, ensuring residents receive the same level of care you would expect for your own loved ones.

The home benefits from beautiful, accessible gardens, offering a peaceful outdoor space for residents and visiting families to enjoy throughout the year. Ongoing refurbishment works are enhancing the environment, combining a homely feel with modern, comfortable surroundings.

Specialising in dementia care, the service provides tailored support within a calm and engaging setting, where residents’ wellbeing, independence, and happiness are prioritised.

As an Activities Coordinator, you will be responsible for creating a stimulating, engaging, and enjoyable environment for residents through a variety of meaningful activities.

Your responsibilities will include:
• Planning and delivering a varied programme of activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities
• Encouraging participation and social interaction among residents
• Organising group activities such as arts & crafts, music, games, and gentle exercise
• Coordinating seasonal events, celebrations, and themed days
• Supporting one-to-one activities for residents who prefer quieter engagement
• Making use of the home’s gardens and communal spaces for activities
• Building positive relationships with residents, families, and staff
• Promoting wellbeing, independence, and quality of life

• Previous experience in an activities role or care setting (desirable)
• A creative, enthusiastic, and proactive approach
• A genuine passion for working with older people
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt activities for residents living with dementia
• Organised, reliable, and able to work independently
• Friendly, positive, and engaging personality

• Competitive hourly rate £12.71 Per Hour
• Part-time hours (10:30am – 4:30pm)
• Supportive, friendly team environment
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to make a real difference to residents’ daily lives
• A rewarding and varied role

Please contact Myles on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)