Residential Activity Coordinator (Holly Court)

Hollybank Trust; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Hollybank Trust is seeking a part-time Residential Activity Coordinator in Mirfield (WF14) to enhance the lives of the people we support through engaging, person-centred activities. You will plan and deliver creative sessions across arts, crafts, gardening, music, and community activities, tailored to individual interests and needs, promoting participation and wellbeing.

Responsibilities include scheduling activities, recording outcomes, coordinating with care teams and families, and continually

Qualifications

• Creative, energetic and full of ideas.
• Organised, proactive and able to work independently.
• Excellent communicator with a positive and professional approach.
• Experience planning or leading activities, ideally in care, education or support settings.
• Committed to person-centred support and promoting inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, fun and meaningful activities tailored to individual interests and needs.
• Support adults to participate, make choices and achieve personal goals.
• Create and maintain activity timetables and record outcomes.
• Organise celebrations, events and community-based activities.
• Work closely with care teams, therapists and families to provide engaging experiences.
• Encourage social interaction, independence and confidence.
• Evaluate activities and propose new ideas to improve the programme.

Skills

Creativity

Organised

Communication

Independent working

Job description

Residential Activity Coordinator

Location: Mirfield (WF14)

Hours: Part-time roles (15 hours)

Hourly Rate: £12.81/hr

Job Description: Residential Activity (Engagement) Coordinator.pdf

Help create moments that matter...

As our Activity Coordinator, you'll play a key role in enhancing the lives of the people we support by creating enjoyable, meaningful and person-centred activities that encourage participation, independence and wellbeing. Whether it's arts and crafts, sensory sessions, gardening, music, celebrations, community visits or trying something completely new, you'll help make every day engaging and rewarding.

About Holly Court

Holly Court is a vibrant fifteen-bed residential home located on our beautiful Mirfield site. Set within attractive gardens and green spaces, the home supports adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities, physical disabilities and complex needs. The people who live here enjoy a wide range of activities, trips out and community experiences, and you'll be at the heart of helping these opportunities happen.

What You'll Be Doing

• Planning and delivering creative, fun and meaningful activities tailored to individual interests and needs.
• Supporting adults to participate, make choices and achieve personal goals.
• Creating and maintaining activity timetables and recording outcomes.
• Organising celebrations, events and community-based activities.
• Working closely with care teams, therapists and families to provide engaging experiences.
• Encouraging social interaction, independence and confidence.
• Evaluating activities and introducing new ideas to continuously improve the programme.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Creative, energetic and full of ideas.
• Passionate about improving the lives of people with disabilities.
• Organised, proactive and able to work independently.
• An excellent communicator with a positive and professional approach.
• Experienced in planning or leading activities, ideally within a care, education or support setting.
• Committed to providing person-centred support and promoting choice and inclusion.

Why Join Hollybank?

At Hollybank Trust, you'll become part of a supportive and dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding care and enriching lives. We offer:

• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive colleagues and experienced leadership.
• Beautiful working environments across our Mirfield site.
• The opportunity to bring your creativity and ideas to life every day.

Any questions?

You can contact Mandy (Manager) on [e-mail] or Tia (Deputy Manager) [e-mail] directly on 01924 490833

Unfortunately, we are not able to offer sponsorship to work in the UK.

Hollybank Trust is committed to Safeguarding vulnerable people, and our Safer Recruitment process requires all employees to have an Enhanced DBS check and reference checks in line with our Recruitment & Selection policy.

We will pay for your initial DBS check, unless you have a portable DBS, however, if the candidate leaves voluntarily within the first 12 months, £58.90 will be deducted from your final salary payment.