Activities Lead. Priesty Fields Care Home
| Posting date: | 28 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £14.60 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 June 2026 |
| Location: | Congleton, Cheshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Sandstone Care Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Activities Lead. Priesty Fields Care Home
Pay Rate: £14.60 per hour
Hours: 37 per week
Shifts: 5 shifts per week (including every other weekend)
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Activity Lead to take full ownership of the activities provision within our home. This is a key leadership role responsible for creating a vibrant, engaging, and person-centred programme that enhances residents’ wellbeing and overall experience.
You will lead on the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of all activities, ensuring they are meaningful, inclusive, and aligned with residents’ individual needs and preferences.
This role requires flexibility, including every other weekend and occasional evening work, to support events and meet the needs of the service.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the activities function within the home, taking full accountability for the programme’s success
Design and deliver a comprehensive, person-centred activities programme that promotes physical, emotional, and social wellbeing
Conduct resident assessments to develop tailored activity plans based on interests, abilities, and life histories
Create a diverse schedule of daily, weekly, and seasonal activities, including group sessions, one-to-one engagement, and community involvement
Organise and lead large-scale events, themed days, celebrations, and outings
Build strong relationships with residents, families, and external community groups to enhance engagement opportunities
Ensure activities support dementia-friendly and inclusive practices
Lead by example, inspiring and supporting care staff to actively participate in delivering activities
Work collaboratively with the management team to continuously improve the resident experience
Manage the activities budget and resources effectively
Monitor participation levels and outcomes, using feedback to drive improvements
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation in line with regulatory requirements
Ensure all activities are delivered in a safe, compliant, and risk-assessed manner
Identify opportunities to introduce new and innovative initiatives that enhance quality of life
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience in an Activity Coordinator or Activity Lead role, ideally within a care home or similar setting
Proven experience of leading and developing activity programmes
Strong understanding of person-centred care and wellbeing approaches, including dementia care
Ability to take initiative and work autonomously, managing your own workload and priorities
Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
A confident leader who can motivate and engage both residents and staff
Creative, proactive, and enthusiastic with a genuine passion for improving residents’ lives
Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and occasional evenings
Sandstone Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We embrace diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non-binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.
Pay Rate: £14.60 per hour
Hours: 37 per week
Shifts: 5 shifts per week (including every other weekend)
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Activity Lead to take full ownership of the activities provision within our home. This is a key leadership role responsible for creating a vibrant, engaging, and person-centred programme that enhances residents’ wellbeing and overall experience.
You will lead on the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of all activities, ensuring they are meaningful, inclusive, and aligned with residents’ individual needs and preferences.
This role requires flexibility, including every other weekend and occasional evening work, to support events and meet the needs of the service.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the activities function within the home, taking full accountability for the programme’s success
Design and deliver a comprehensive, person-centred activities programme that promotes physical, emotional, and social wellbeing
Conduct resident assessments to develop tailored activity plans based on interests, abilities, and life histories
Create a diverse schedule of daily, weekly, and seasonal activities, including group sessions, one-to-one engagement, and community involvement
Organise and lead large-scale events, themed days, celebrations, and outings
Build strong relationships with residents, families, and external community groups to enhance engagement opportunities
Ensure activities support dementia-friendly and inclusive practices
Lead by example, inspiring and supporting care staff to actively participate in delivering activities
Work collaboratively with the management team to continuously improve the resident experience
Manage the activities budget and resources effectively
Monitor participation levels and outcomes, using feedback to drive improvements
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation in line with regulatory requirements
Ensure all activities are delivered in a safe, compliant, and risk-assessed manner
Identify opportunities to introduce new and innovative initiatives that enhance quality of life
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience in an Activity Coordinator or Activity Lead role, ideally within a care home or similar setting
Proven experience of leading and developing activity programmes
Strong understanding of person-centred care and wellbeing approaches, including dementia care
Ability to take initiative and work autonomously, managing your own workload and priorities
Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
A confident leader who can motivate and engage both residents and staff
Creative, proactive, and enthusiastic with a genuine passion for improving residents’ lives
Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and occasional evenings
Sandstone Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We embrace diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non-binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.