Village Engagement Coordinator
Shape experiences. Build connections. Make every day meaningful The Role As Village Engagement Coordinator, you'll work closely with residents to co-create a varied programme of events, activities and wellbeing initiatives that reflect their interests, preferences and aspirations. You'll help foster a welcoming, inclusive community where residents feel valued, connected and empowered to contribute to village life.
You'll also build strong relationships with local organisations, community groups and activity providers, creating opportunities for residents to connect with life beyond the village while welcoming the wider community in. You will: Bring people together and create a vibrant, inclusive community where residents can flourish. Partner with residents to design and deliver engaging activities, events and wellbeing initiatives.
Build strong local partnerships that connect residents with the wider community. Create opportunities for residents to connect, contribute and make meaningful choices. Use insight and feedback to continuously enhance the resident experience.
Coordinate programmes, budgets and relationships to ensure successful delivery About You Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within communities, neighbourhoods or customer-facing environments Experience organising events, activities or engagement programmes Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage a wide variety of stakeholders Excellent written communication skills Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise effectively Confidence using Microsoft Office and standard IT systems.
Budget management and financial administration experience Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion Knowledge of GDPR and information governance principles A genuine commitment to helping people live well and stay connected Desirable Experience working with older people Experience delivering activities or wellbeing programmes Experience within a regulated environment Experience creating digital or online communications Driving licence and access to a vehicle Why Join St Monica Trust Be part of a purpose-driven charity with over 100 years of supporting older people Use your professional skills to make a meaningful contribution to communities where older people flourish Join an organisation guided by its values of Connection, Contribution and Choice Work alongside passionate, talented colleagues who are committed to making a difference Be part of an organisation that encourages innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement Access excellent training, learning and career development opportunities Enjoy a supportive working environment with a competitive rewards and benefits package Take pride in knowing your work contributes to improving the lives and wellbeing of older people across our communities and beyond In Return You’ll Receive: Industry leading salary Flexible working for a better work/life balance.
Workplace pension scheme with up to 7.5% employer contribution 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays) plus extra after 5 years Tailored ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your skills, confidence, and career.
Cost of living support: Free employee retail discounts platform Credit union savings and loans Subsidised meals Subsidised pool and gym Eye tests and glasses Employee Assistance Programme and well-being support Life Assurance at 4x salary Refer a Friend bonus scheme Cycle to Work scheme Free Parking Additional Information: Duties must be carried out in compliance with St Monica Trust’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.
Duties must be carried out in compliance with current UK GDPR and with St Monica Trust’s Confidentiality and Data Protection Policy. This role profile contains the principal accountabilities relating to this post and does not describe in detail all the duties required to carry them out.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and this means that any criminal conviction, including spent convictions, must be made known at the time of the application. The post holder may be required to travel regularly between care home locations and attend meetings, audits, training sessions or incident reviews across the organisation.
Salary Ranges: £30,654.00 - £34,183.50 Time Type: Full time If you have any queries please email our Recruitment Team - people@stmonicatrust.org.uk Communities where older people flourish - connection, contribution, choice We're committed to communities where older people flourish, and for us this means providing opportunities for our residents to enjoy treasured relationships, exercise choice and feel valued.
We are a registered charity and not-for-profit offering a unique blend of welcoming retirement villages, specialist care homes and support for older people both in our communities and across our region. Because of the diverse nature of the Trust, there are a wide range of job opportunities – everything from care roles and nursing to housekeeping, catering, portering, administration, IT, HR, marketing, finance, and much more. Why work for us?
We offer a wide variety of benefits, including industry leading rates of pay, generous pension scheme, subsidised staff meals and excellent training and career development opportunities, to name a few. To find out more visit our careers page. Can’t find a suitable role? Introduce yourself! Fill out this short form to register your interest and be the first in line for new job opportunities.
St Monica Trust: A great place to work About St Monica Trust We have built a long-standing reputation for providing high quality care and support within our retirement villages and care homes. This is down to the exceptional people who work here - people who go the extra mile to build relationships with our residents and customers.
We believe that’s it’s our dedicated team and our embedded values that make St Monica Trust such a great place to work. As a growing organisation, we are always on the look-out for caring, committed and professional people to join our team. St Monica Trust is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants.
If you need assistance or an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@stmonicatrust.org.uk. Stay connected If you have any questions or would like to find out more, you can contact our friendly recruitment team by emailing recruitment@stmonicatrust.org.uk or calling 0117 949 4091.
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