Activities Co-ordinator

Priory Group; Farnborough; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Farnborough is seeking an Activities Co-ordinator to join their compassionate team. This role, based in Victoria House, involves preparing and delivering a variety of activities tailored to the needs of residents. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and exceptional organizational skills. This position offers competitive compensation, flexibility, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience working in a similar environment.
• Ability to plan activities for various needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver a wide range of activities.
• Provide group activities to unite residents.
• Participate in site-wide programs.

Skills

Empathy

Organizational skills

Creative planning

Job description

Activities Co-ordinator

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Victoria House

Compensation: £12.60 / hour

Description

Victoria House is a new addition to the Priory family based in Farnborough, Hampshire which provides neurological rehabilitation for adults with long-term neurological conditions, traumatic or acquired brain injury through medium or long-term placements. We provide a safe and homely setting which is ideal in supporting individuals to become as independent as possible and is close enough to the local community to offer support in rehabilitation and recovery.

We are currently looking for an Activities Co-ordinator to join the team.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the service and to support the wellbeing of our residents. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• Prepares plans and delivers a wide range of activities and programmes that are tailored to meet the needs and abilities of the individual
• Providing group activities and programmes to bring the residents together
• Participates in site wide programmes and activities, and in other home
  programmes, with the agreement of line manager
• Is able to creatively plan activities to meet the needs of service users

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you’ll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

You will have experience working within a similar environment and as such, will have developed the necessary knowledge and skills to be able to contribute ideas to develop home activities. Ideally, you will also have a driving license.

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.