St Georges Lodge
46 Chesswood Road, Worthing, BN11 2AG, UNITED KINGDOM
Location: St George’s Lodge, Worthing, West SussexSalary: £13.70 per hourHours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexibility around start and finish times depending on the needs of our residentsContract: Permanent, Part TimeClosing Date: 30th October 2026
SDR are looking for an Activities Coordinator to join our team at St George’s Lodge, a 26-bed residential care home in Worthing.
As Activities Coordinator, you will play an important role in creating a positive and engaging environment for our residents. You will plan and deliver a varied programme of activities that encourages social interaction, creativity, movement and independence, while taking into account individual interests, abilities and preferences.
This is a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to residents’ day-to-day lives.
What you’ll be doing
Plan, organise and deliver a varied programme of activities for residents
Encourage residents to take part in social, creative and physical activities
Develop activities around residents’ individual interests, abilities and preferences
Work closely with the care team to ensure activities are person-centred and meaningful
Organise seasonal celebrations, special events and group activities
Keep appropriate records of activities and participation
Create a welcoming, stimulating and safe environment within the home
Who we’re looking for
Previous experience as an Activities Coordinator or in a similar role would be desirable.
We’re looking for someone who is:
Enthusiastic, creative and confident engaging with people
Warm, patient and approachable
Organised and able to plan activities independently
A good communicator who enjoys working as part of a team
Passionate about supporting older adults to maintain their wellbeing, interests and independence
Flexible with start and finish times, depending on the needs of our residents
What we offer
Annual leave including bank holidays, pro rata
Structured induction and supportive management
Company sick pay following successful completion of probation
Company pension – 3% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution, if eligible
Paid DBS check (conditions apply)
Christmas parties and regular staff events, fully paid for by the company
Amazon voucher on your birthday
Our values
At SDR, our values are at the heart of everything we do:
Kindness, Dignity & Respect, Calmness, Creativity and Responsibility.
We want our Activities Coordinators to bring these values to life through the way they support and engage with our residents every day.
Please note: We are unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK.
An Enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant. We cover the cost of your DBS, with the cost only reclaimed if you leave within your first 6 months, subject to the applicable conditions.
We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.
SDR is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout our recruitment process and employment.
Screening Questions
- How do you see your personal values aligning with the values of our Company?
- What specific skills and experiences do you have that make you a suitable candidate for this position?
- Do you currently have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship or transfer of sponsorship?
- Are you able to be flexible with your start and finish times depending on the needs of our residents?
- Do you have any questions for us, or further information you would like to provide us with?
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