Community Activities Coordinator

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to social inclusion and community support. As a Community Activities Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the lives of individuals with learning disabilities through engaging activities that foster skills and confidence. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute creatively to community relationships while ensuring that support plans are tailored to individual needs. If you are passionate about making a difference and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to help individuals lead fulfilling lives and expand their community networks.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Discounts and cashback at shops

Annual leave based on hours worked

Health cash plan option

Free employee assistance program

Access to training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in building positive community relationships.
• Ability to support individuals in various community settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide ideas and solutions to improve performance.
• Ensure support plans are person-centred and involve individuals.
• Build rapport with individuals and the wider community.

Skills

Community Relationship Building

Creative Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Flexibility and Adaptability

Job description

Community Activities Coordinator, London

Client: Mencap

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 2082cb309260

Job Views: 12

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Advert

Are you passionate, enthusiastic, and self-motivated? If you have experience of building positive community relationships, then please keep reading...

We are recruiting for a Relief Me Time Facilitator. In this role, you will be a valued member of the Me Time Team, supporting people in various community settings.

Me Time is Mencap’s social inclusion, leisure, and community-based programme. It helps people with learning disabilities develop skills, confidence, expand networks, and be fully included in their local community.

The programme offers support through activities and assistance in accessing local opportunities. Participants choose activities like arts & crafts, gardening, drama, sports, cooking & baking, and ICT skills, providing opportunities to learn, develop, and build friendships.

As a Relief Facilitator, you will be flexible and committed to supporting individuals.

Key responsibilities:

1. Contribute actively by providing ideas and solutions to improve performance.
2. Ensure support plans are person-centred and involve the individual in planning and review.
3. Be creative, dynamic, and adaptable to challenging scenarios.
4. Complete paperwork accurately and timely, maintaining high-quality records.
5. Communicate with dignity and respect.
6. Build rapport with individuals and the wider community, including family members.
7. Support individuals to make decisions, access opportunities, and lead fulfilling lives.

If you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply with an up-to-date CV.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from disabled people and from Black and Asian communities, which are underrepresented in our workforce.

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours
• Discounts and cashback at shops, cinemas, gyms, parks, holidays, and more via Mencap Extras
• Annual leave based on hours worked
• Option to purchase a health cash plan for dental, glasses, therapy, etc.
• Free 24/7 employee assistance program
• Access to training and development opportunities

*Terms and conditions apply based on contract.