We are looking for a confident activity coordinator with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You’ll be working 32 hours a week Monday to Friday, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Taunton in Somerset.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2 864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service‑user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around, there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
We are looking for an Activity Coordinator to join our team at Taunton.
Cygnet Hospital Taunton provides acute inpatient admissions service for men and women and a specialist inpatient service for men diagnosed with a learning disability. This role will be working 32 hours a week across a 7‑day rota.
£13.45 per hour Your Day‑to‑Day We are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the care of patients at the service by assisting the Occupational Therapist with:
- Encouraging patients to access and become involved in a variety of activities as well as maintaining any pre-existing hobbies.
- Planning and implementing therapy programmes whilst ensuring appropriate materials are obtained.
- Contributing ideas, facilitating events and activities in a safe manner.
We’re looking for someone who has experience and/or a passion for working in healthcare and with learning disabilities; some knowledge of Occupational Therapy; a creative flair and the ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team; an awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion (desirable).
Why Cygnet? We offer you a company pension scheme, a comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre (e.g. NHS card), free meals, internal and external CPD opportunities, opportunities to become involved in research and clinical supervision from a qualified Occupational Therapist.
RequirementsContracted hours: 32 hoursUK driving licence (essential)Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Person Specification
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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