Activity Coordinator
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 26 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £12.60 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £12.60 an hour |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 27 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Bury, BL8 2BS |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | E0233-26-0432 |
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Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its 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 Cygnet Hospital Bury (Dunes) based on Lower West Ward. This role will be working Full time days, 40 hours per week, from 7am to 7pm with alternative weekends included. Lower West ward is a low secure (LSU) service for women who are deaf and hearing. The ideal candidate will have previous knowledge of deaf culture and environments & hold British Sign language (BSL) certificates at Signature level 2 or above. However, Cygnet do provide BSL training up to level 2 for people who have no signing knowledge/skills who are interested in the post. The ethos of our service is about assessing and treating people in the least restrictive environment and planning for discharge in a robust and timely fashion. With a focus on stabilisation, we support individuals to manage their mental health, reinforce daily living skills and prepare for independent life back in the community. We are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the care of patients at the service by assisting the Occupational Therapy team. Your Day-to-Day: Encouraging patients to access and become involved in a variety of activities as well maintaining any pre-existing hobbies. Plan and implementing therapy programmes whilst ensuring appropriate materials are obtained. Contribute ideas, facilitate events and activities in a safe manner on a ward environment and off ward environment. Were 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 a interdisciplinary team An awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion (desirable) Good de-escalation techniques. Risk management and observation skills. To document on the Cygnet system what has been offered/declined and what has been achieved. To devise programmes and activity tables for the week ahead. Why Cygnet? We offer you: Salary of: £12.60 Per Hour Company pension scheme A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card Free meals on shift Internal and external CPD opportunities Opportunities to become involved in research Clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational Therapist. Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. What next? If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply