Arts & Crafts Co-ordinator Part Time

Do You Love Bringing Joy Through Creativity?
Passionate About Making a Difference in Older People’s Lives Through Art?
Join Our Amazing Activities Team Today as an Arts & Crafts Coordinator!

We are looking for compassionate, energetic, and creative individuals to join our supportive and dynamic team as an Arts & Crafts Coordinator. If you love engaging with people, encouraging creativity, and making each day special, we want to hear from you!

Why Choose Us?

• Flexible Scheduling – Work shifts that accommodate both your availability and our needs!

• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Enjoy great rates, fortnightly pay, and a range of employee perks.

• Career Growth & Training – Benefit from an induction program and ongoing development opportunities.

• Education Assistance Program – We invest in YOU!

• All Meals Provided on Duty – Enjoy delicious meals while you work.

• Free Uniform & Name Badge – Look and feel professional.

• Supportive, Friendly Work Environment – Be part of a caring, creative team.

• Well-Being Initiatives – We care about our staff’s health and happiness.

• Employee Referral Bonus – Get rewarded for bringing great people onboard!

• Free On-Site Parking – Stress-free commuting.

What You’ll Do:

• Design, organise, and facilitate arts and crafts activities that inspire creativity and enjoyment among residents.

• Develop person-centred, creative programmes that bring joy, purpose, and self-expression.

• Set up and maintain safe, inspiring activity spaces equipped for arts and crafts.

• Encourage residents to explore different materials and techniques, from painting and pottery to knitting and seasonal crafts.

• Build meaningful relationships with residents and the local community through shared creative experiences.

• Maintain records of participation and progress in activities.

• Promote and practise the ethos of person-centred, creative care.

What We’re Looking For:

• FETAC/QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or a related field.

• Training in Care of the Older Person, Dementia Care, or Palliative Care is a plus (or willingness to complete).

• Valid certifications: CPR, Infection Control, Manual Handling, Safeguarding (training available if needed).

• Experience working in elderly care within a residential setting.

• Strong skills in arts and crafts such as painting, drawing, knitting, pottery, or creative design.

• A warm, engaging personality with a passion for creativity and inclusion.

• Full Irish Driver’s Licence required.

If this sounds like you, don’t wait — apply now!
All applications are handled with the strictest confidence. Sonas is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Visit www.sonas.ie to learn more!