Activity co-ordinator

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks an Activities Coordinator to enhance the lives of residents through engaging activities. This full-time role involves planning and facilitating events, providing emotional support, and ensuring a positive environment. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational and motivational skills, with a passion for mental health care.

Benefits

Strong career progression opportunities

Monthly reflective practice and supervision

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Experienced in planning and executing events and activities.
• Confident facilitator capable of running group and individual activities.
• Positive attitude when working with challenging behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, implement, and oversee activities for residents.
• Prepare a weekly activity timetable.
• Organize and facilitate activity groups.

Skills

Organizational skills

Motivational skills

Knowledge of mental health activities

Confidence in facilitating activities

Job description

We are looking for a confident activities coordinator with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You will be working 40 hours a week, primarily during the day, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Alders.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our staff to grow their careers, gain new skills, and continue advancing. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while making a real difference every day.

About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. We offer a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism, and learning disabilities across the UK. We have a reputation for pioneering services and achieving outstanding outcomes for those in our care. Our dedicated team of 10,000 employees empowers 2,864 individuals across 150 services to make positive changes through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job responsibilities

We seek a dynamic Activities Coordinator passionate about providing excellent care.

You will work 40 hours per week across a 7-day schedule, including weekends and occasional bank holidays as rostered.

Cygnet Alders Clinic is a 20-bed rehabilitation service offering assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for women with personality disorders and complex trauma needs.

Our perks extend beyond pension schemes and professional development, including shopping, travel, and leisure discounts, as well as healthcare and financial benefits to support your well-being both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while making a difference every day.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Develop, plan, implement, and oversee activities, outings, and events for our residents
2. Prepare a weekly activity timetable
3. Organize and facilitate activity groups
4. Provide engaging and supportive leisure activities, including physical and emotional support
5. Ensure availability of staff, space, and materials for activities
6. Motivate colleagues to support the activity program
7. Create promotional materials for events

Why choose Cygnet? We offer:

• Strong career progression opportunities, including management roles
• Monthly reflective practice, supervision, and peer support
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to Work scheme and employee discounts

You are...

• An excellent role model who understands good care
• Highly organized with a positive attitude and motivational skills
• A confident facilitator and organizer capable of running group and individual activities
• Knowledgeable about activities supporting mental health
• Positive when working with challenging behaviors
• Experienced in planning and executing events and activities

Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

At Cygnet, we have been providing high-quality mental health services nationwide for over 30 years. This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on patients, service users, and their families.

Next steps

If you are passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you. Click the apply button to start your journey with us.

Person Specification

General Requirements

• Please refer to the main job description above for details.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to ensure suitability for the role.