Activity Co-ordinator
Cygnet Health CareWidnes, WA8 5UY, North West
Overview
This is a NHS role (permanent) with Cygnet Health Care based in Widnes, WA8 5UY. The advertised salary is £13.15 to £13.45. Applications close on 27 September 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
Job description
We are looking for a confident and compassionate Activity Coordinator with a passion for making a difference to join our team at Cygnet Paddocks in Widnes.
Youllbe working40 hoursper week, Monday to Friday, making a positive difference to the lives of the men in our care. This role involves working some evenings and weekend work.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a passion for healthcare, mental health, occupational therapy support, therapeuticactivitiesand social inclusion. You will help plan and deliver meaningful activities that support independence, wellbeing,recoveryand daily living skills for the men in our care.
As an Activity Co-ordinatorat Cygnet Paddocks, you will support and enhance the care of individuals at the service by working closely with the Occupational Therapist and wider interdisciplinary team.
- You will help plan, deliver and promote a wide range of therapeutic, recreational, social and wellbeing activities that are meaningful,safeand person-centred. Encouraging individuals to access and take part in a variety of activities,hobbiesand therapeuticprogrammes
- Supporting people tomaintainexisting interests,hobbiesand social connections
- Assisting the Occupational Therapist with the planning and implementation of therapyprogrammes
- Helping to source and prepareappropriate materials,resourcesand equipment for activities
- Contributing creative ideas for activities,eventsand group sessions
- Facilitating activities safely and in line with individual care plans, riskassessmentsand therapeutic goals
- Promoting recovery, independence, socialinclusionand community engagement
- Supporting individuals to build confidence, develop daily living skills and improve wellbeing
- Working collaboratively with the wider clinical,careand support team
Cygnet Paddocks is our specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men,locatedin Widnes in theNorth West. The service provides a dedicated care pathway for men affected byacquiredbrain injury or neurological conditions, wherebehavioursthat challenge may be the main barrier to recovery and rehabilitation.
The service supports the Level 1 Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation Pathway for theNorth West, with a focus on adult males. Cygnet Paddocks has individually designed wards to support a clear and distinctive care and treatment pathway for people affected byacquiredbrain injury.
The in-house interdisciplinary team includes neuropsychiatry, psychology, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, physiotherapy,nursesand support workers, all working together to keep the individual at the heart of their care and discharge planning.
Were Looking for Someone Who Has
We are looking for an enthusiastic and academically strong candidate who can bring creativity,structureand compassion to the role.
- Experience and/or a genuine passion for working in healthcare, mental health, neurorehabilitation, acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, learning disability services or social care
- Some knowledge or understanding of Occupational Therapy
- A creative flair and the ability to planengaging, meaningful activities
- The confidence to work as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Strong communicationandorganisationskills
- A positive,patientand flexible approach
- An interest in supporting people with complex needs andbehavioursthat may challenge
- An awareness of recovery approaches, socialinclusionand person-centredcare, which is desirable
This role may suit someone with experience as an Activity Co-ordinator, Activities Coordinator, Therapy Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Mental Health Support Worker, ActivitiesWorkeror Social Care Worker.
Why Join Cygnet?
At Cygnet, your work as an Activity Co-ordinatorwill help create meaningful daily experiences for the people in our care. You will play an important role in supporting wellbeing, independence, confidence and quality of life.
- Salary: £13.15 per hour
- Increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 months
- Full-time hours: 40 hours per week
- Monday to Friday working pattern(includes some evenings and weekend work)
- Strong career progression opportunities into management roles
- Monthly reflective practice
- Support with CPD opportunities
- Free meal on shift
- Expert clinical supervision and peer support
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount savings
Apply Now
If you are a creative and caring Activity Co-ordinator looking for a rewarding role in healthcare and occupational therapy-led activities, we would love to hear from you.
Join Cygnet Paddocks and help make a positive difference through meaningful activities, social inclusion and person-centred care.
What next?
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.
Click the button to apply
Were Looking for Someone Who Has
We are looking for an enthusiastic and academically strong candidate who can bring creativity,structureand compassion to the role.
- Experience and/or a genuine passion for working in healthcare, mental health, neurorehabilitation, acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, learning disability services or social care
- Some knowledge or understanding of Occupational Therapy
- A creative flair and the ability to planengaging, meaningful activities
- The confidence to work as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Strong communicationandorganisationskills
- A positive,patientand flexible approach
- An interest in supporting people with complex needs andbehavioursthat may challenge
- An awareness of recovery approaches, socialinclusionand person-centredcare, which is desirable
This role may suit someone with experience as an Activity Co-ordinator, Activities Coordinator, Therapy Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Mental Health Support Worker, ActivitiesWorkeror Social Care Worker.
Why Join Cygnet?
At Cygnet, your work as an Activity Co-ordinatorwill help create meaningful daily experiences for the people in our care. You will play an important role in supporting wellbeing, independence, confidence and quality of life.
- Salary: £13.15 per hour
- Increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 months
- Full-time hours: 40 hours per week
- Monday to Friday working pattern(includes some evenings and weekend work)
- Strong career progression opportunities into management roles
- Monthly reflective practice
- Support with CPD opportunities
- Free meal on shift
- Expert clinical supervision and peer support
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount savings
Apply Now
If you are a creative and caring Activity Co-ordinator looking for a rewarding role in healthcare and occupational therapy-led activities, we would love to hear from you.
Join Cygnet Paddocks and help make a positive difference through meaningful activities, social inclusion and person-centred care.
What next?
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.
Click the button to apply
General Requirements
- Please refer to job description above
General Requirements
- Please refer to job description above
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.
Employer name
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Widnes
WA8 5UY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer name
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Widnes
WA8 5UY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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