Head of Lifestyles

Why join us? Were proud of our happy home and are dedicated to creating a place where everyone enjoys coming to work each day. As well being part of a lively and supportive team, we are surrounded by fascinating residents who also bring so much to our lives every day too. Benefits of joining our team £16.00 per hour 40 hours per week - Monday to Friday (9am - 5pm) Some weekend shifts (flexibility needed for some day and evening events) Enhanced pay on bank holidays 28 days annual leave (inclusive of statuary bank holidays) Pension Staff recognition schemes Refer a Friend bonus of up to £1000 I have an idea £50 gift card Dedicated Mental Heath Champions Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Comprehensive Training and Career Development A friendly and supportive working environment Dedicated Mental Health Champions About the role As the Head of Lifestyles for our residents living with dementia, you will play a vital role in curating and coordinating a wide range of engaging and meaningful activities that enrich their daily lives. Your efforts will help foster a vibrant and stimulating environment, promoting both fun and connection. In addition, you will provide compassionate one-on-one support and companionship to residents who may not be able to participate in group activities, ensuring they feel valued and supported. In addition to coordinating group activities, you will work closely with the care team to assess residents' preferences and abilities, ensuring that activities are personalized to foster a sense of accomplishment and enjoyment. You will also play a key role in monitoring and adapting activities to maintain their relevance and impact. Heres some other important things you need to know: You must be alert at all times to our residents physical and mental well being Organise and accompany Residents, where possible, to off-site activities, which may occasionally take place out of normal working hours Understand and ensure the implementation of the Care Homes Health and Safety policy, and Emergency and Fire procedures Previous experience is desired but not essential The Ideal Candidate Exceptional people make an exceptional care home We're looking for people who have a caring nature and want to work as part of an amazing team, surrounded by kindness and fun! For most of the roles in our vibrant care home, you dont need specific qualifications or experience to be successful as full training is provided. What we do look for are individuals who share our sense of compassion, care about peoples comfort and happiness and want to make a positive difference to the lives of our treasured residents and team members. About us and our home Caring for Our Mental Health

Together At Alderwood Care Home, we believe a happy, supported team delivers the best care. Thats why weve signed the

Mental Health at Work Commitment

developed by experts with six essential standards that help us to create a home where everyone feels safe, valued, and able to thrive. From trained Mental Health Champions to our online

Wellbeing & Mindfulness Space , we make sure our people have the tools, time, and support they need

because your wellbeing matters here and when we take care of our minds, we can take care of each other and our residents even better

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