Activities Coordinator

Active Care Group; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the City of Westminster is seeking a full-time Activities Co-ordinator to develop and implement social and recreational activities for patients. The role requires excellent communication skills and a full driving licence. Aimed at enhancing patients' quality of life, the coordinator will work closely with staff and community services. This role offers a dynamic working environment with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with various stakeholders.
• Enhanced DBS check and full driving licence required.
• Desirable experience in coordinating activities for patients with neurological conditions.

Responsibilities

• Organise and implement a comprehensive activities programme.
• Coordinate activities for individuals and groups.
• Liaise with staff to ensure activities meet patient capabilities.
• Plan external outings with appropriate transport.
• Maintain records and ensure patient confidentiality.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Ability to maintain good working relationships

Proven reliability

Job description

Overview

We have a wonderful opportunity for a full‑time Activities Co‑ordinator to plan, organise and run a social and recreational activity programme within the Centre and the wider community.

What you’ll be working

• 37.5 hours per week, 5 days a week (Monday to Sunday).
• Shift patterns may vary depending on patient need – possible shifts include 08:00‑16:00, 12:00‑20:00, 14:00‑22:00.
• Weekend work may be required.
• A full driving licence is essential for this role.

What you’ll be doing

• Organise and implement a comprehensive activities programme that meets the complex needs of patients in the Centre.
• Coordinate activities for individuals and in groups.
• Liaise with Therapy and Nursing staff to ensure activities suit patient capabilities.
• Plan and facilitate external outings with appropriate transport.
• Ensure the programme includes relevant seasonal and cultural events.
• Extend existing links with community services and organisations (e.g., cinemas, museums, zoos, theatres).
• Support and encourage staff and relatives to participate where relevant.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with staff, patients, relatives, carers and volunteers.
• Participate in service development projects as required.
• Obtain quotes for services and equipment (e.g., games, performers).
• Work with your line manager to keep the programme cost‑effective.
• Maintain records and ensure patient confidentiality at all times.
• Ensure safe custody and regular maintenance of equipment in line with policy.
• Take responsibility for professional and personal development and attend all relevant training.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Fire Safety, etc.

Key Skills & Qualities

• Excellent communication skills – written, telephone and face‑to‑face – with patients, relatives, visitors, staff and external agencies.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, patients and senior professional and managerial staff.
• Enhanced DBS check and full driving licence with ability to transport patients in the company car or van to off‑site activities.
• Proven reliability in attendance and time‑keeping.
• Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality, health and safety, and willingness to follow policies and procedures.
• Flexibility, adaptability and a dedication to treating everyone with dignity and respect.
• Willingness to undertake other relevant roles and responsibilities as required.
• Desirably, experience in an activities coordinator role with patients with neurological conditions or in‑patient care.

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