Activity Co-Ordinator and Recovery Worker

Lancashire Care Foundation Trust; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Preston is seeking an Activity Coordinator to join their new inpatient unit. The role involves supporting patients with learning disabilities through engaging activities and contributing to a multidisciplinary care approach. Ideal candidates will have a background in person-centred care and the ability to promote well-being through recreational activities. The position supports flexible working arrangements and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities is preferred.
• Ability to engage patients in diverse activities.
• Strong communication skills to establish rapport with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Support the Multi-Disciplinary Team in delivering care.
• Plan and deliver group and individual activities.
• Establish rapport and maintain a welcoming environment.

Skills

Person-centred care

Therapeutic communication

Activity planning

Team collaboration

Knowledge of community resources

Job description

Please note this vacancy does not offer sponsorship.

Water Meadow View is a brand new mental health inpatient unit for adults who have learning disabilities, which is due to open in December 2025 on our site in Whittingham, Preston. As we prepare to open this unit, we have an exciting opportunity for Activity Co‑ordinator and Recovery Workers to join us and support the Multi‑Disciplinary Team to deliver outstanding person‑centred care.

One of the Trust’s aims is to deliver the best possible care to our patients, and this new inpatient unit will do just that. Water Meadow View will offer clinical excellence, support, and safety, with patient‑centred care at its heart.

The post holder will contribute to and participate in the ongoing support of patients and their carers. They will contribute to the health, safety and security of patients and their environment.

When you join us, you’ll be making a positive impact on the lives of people with a learning disability by delivering person‑centred, compassionate care, in a purpose‑built, co‑produced environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career.

The post holder plays an essential role in promoting wellbeing by working with the clinical team to provide a meaningful and therapeutic day for service users. They will support service users to identify and engage in the diversional activities offered. Such activities may take place on the ward, in the unit or grounds or in the community.

Working alongside the ward staff, occupational therapists, and the rest of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will provide a holistic person‑centred approach to care. Using their skills in a range of leisure and recreational activities, they will plan and deliver a range of group and individual activities across seven days and into the evenings, to enable the promotion of the five ways to well‑being (connect, take notice, be active, learn, giving something back to others) for patients experiencing mental health issues.

The post holder will establish and maintain a rapport with the patients, carers, relatives and visitors and contribute to a positive and welcoming atmosphere on the ward. They will maintain a good up‑to‑date knowledge of and links with community resources and actively support service users to develop links that will enable them to continue to engage with activity upon their return to their community.

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under‑represented groups. If you’d like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi‑time.

For more detail on the vacancy please review the attached job description and person specification.

This advert closes on Thursday 22 Jan 2026