Sheltered Housing - Activities Co-ordinator
Permanent
Full time 37 hours
Ref: DEN0467
RG4b
£21,748 - £24,491
Are you looking for a rewarding role that can really make a difference? This is your opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team who work together to make positive changes for people in Reading. As a Sheltered Housing Activity Coordinator, you will lead the successful delivery and implementation of activities for older people based at the Council’s 10 sheltered housing schemes and 1 extra care housing scheme. This service will help to maintain the independence, improve wellbeing and reduce the social isolation of tenants and older people living in the community.
The post holder will be responsible for recruiting volunteers and the management of activities they provide.
About the role
Take the lead and overall responsibility for developing a range of activities (both individual and group) across the sheltered housing and extra care schemes. These activities will be developed from needs identified in support plans as well as consultations with tenants and will build on the existing programme of events.
Main duties and responsibilities
About you
The following experience is required for this role:
Hold or be prepared to attain relevant training within a sheltered housing setting, such as First Aid at Work Certificate, Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Diversity, Safeguarding Adults and Understanding Cognitive Impairment
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
For more information on this position please contact Stephen.johnson@reading.gov.uk
Closing Date: 31st July 2021
Interview Date: 18th August 2021
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity is the key to our success.