Activity co-ordinator

NHS; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an Activities Coordinator for its Smethwick location, focused on planning and overseeing engaging activities for residents. The ideal candidate is highly organized, knowledgeable about mental health, and experienced in event planning, contributing to resident well-being in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Monthly reflective practice and supervision

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee discounts

Free meals on shift

Qualifications

• Excellent role model with understanding of good care.
• Experience in planning and executing events.
• Confident public speaker and facilitator.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, implement, and oversee activities for residents.
• Provide engaging leisure activities and emotional support.
• Supervise and develop colleagues.

Skills

Organization

Public Speaking

Event Planning

Knowledge of Mental Health Activities

Job description

Cygnet Group is currently seeking an Activities Coordinator passionate about delivering excellent care to join our team at Cygnet Raglan House (Smethwick). The successful candidate will work 40 hours a week, from either 08:00 am/09:00 am till 04:00 pm/05:00 pm.

Main duties of the job

Develop, plan, implement, and oversee activities, outings, and events for residents. Provide engaging leisure activities, along with physical and emotional support. Ensure availability of staff, space, and materials for all activities. Supervise and develop colleagues. Create promotional materials for events.

About us

Cygnet Health Care, established in 1988, provides a range of mental health, autism, and learning disability services across the UK. We are committed to delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes, supported by a dedicated team of 10,000 employees serving 2,864 individuals across 150 services.

Why join Cygnet?

• Career progression opportunities, including management roles
• Monthly reflective practice, supervision, and peer support
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to Work scheme and employee discounts
• Free meals on shift

Candidate profile

• An excellent role model with a clear understanding of good care
• Highly organized with a positive attitude
• Confident public speaker and facilitator
• Knowledgeable about activities supporting mental health
• Positive approach to challenging behaviors
• Experience in planning and executing events and activities

Please note: Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.