Activities Coordinator

Priory Group; Colchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Flexible benefits

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonus

Relocation support

Job summary

Priory Elm Park, part of the Priory Group, is seeking an Activities Coordinator to support residents with therapeutic and rehabilitative activities.

Based in Ardleigh near Colchester, Essex, the role focuses on promoting independence and daily living skills through tailored activities. NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or willingness to pursue is required, with full training provided.

Qualifications

• Working towards NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it)
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload within set procedures and care requirements
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with senior staff and multidisciplinary teams
• Creative and flexible approach to activity planning and delivery
• Ability to accurately record information and maintain documentation systems
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to contribute ideas for service improvement

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a wide range of tailored activities and structured programmes to meet individual needs and abilities
• Facilitate both individual and group activities that encourage participation, engagement, and social interaction
• Take part in wider site-based and home programmes, as agreed with your line manager
• Observe, record, and report service user participation and progress in activities
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including healthcare documentation and computerised systems
• Use a creative approach to design engaging and purposeful activity sessions
• Liaise with external educational, vocational, and leisure providers to expand opportunities for service users
• Contribute positively to service development by suggesting improvements and new ideas
• Promote the service in a professional and positive manner at all time

Skills

Organise workload

Communication skills

Creative activity planning

Record keeping

Proactive attitude

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Activities Coordinator

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Elm Park

Compensation: £13.45 / hour

Description

Based in Ardleigh near Colchester, Essex, Priory Elm Park is a specialist brain injury service. We provide neurobehavioural rehabilitation for people with complex neurological needs, following an acquired brain injury (ABI) or traumatic brain injury (TBI). This includes assessment as well as treatment.

What you’ll be doing

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Activities & Rehabilitation Support Worker to deliver a broad range of therapeutic, social, and rehabilitative activities for the people we support. The role is focused on promoting self-esteem, encouraging independence, and helping individuals develop essential daily living skills.

You will play a key part in creating meaningful opportunities that improve wellbeing, build confidence, and support recovery and personal development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver a wide range of tailored activities and structured programmes to meet individual needs and abilities
• Facilitate both individual and group activities that encourage participation, engagement, and social interaction
• Take part in wider site-based and home programmes, as agreed with your line manager
• Observe, record, and report service user participation and progress in activities
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including healthcare documentation and computerised systems
• Use a creative approach to design engaging and purposeful activity sessions
• Liaise with external educational, vocational, and leisure providers to expand opportunities for service users
• Contribute positively to service development by suggesting improvements and new ideas
• Promote the service in a professional and positive manner at all time

What you’ll bring to the role

Skills & Knowledge Required:

• Working towards NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it)
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload within set procedures and care requirements
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with senior staff and multidisciplinary teams
• Creative and flexible approach to activity planning and delivery
• Ability to accurately record information and maintain documentation systems
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to contribute ideas for service improvement

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
• Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (Terms apply)

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