Job overview
We will not be offering sponsorship for this role
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Broadmoor High Secure Hospital for a full-time substantive position of Ward Activity Co-ordinator. It is Band 4 role which provides a salary ranging from £32,199 – £34,876, inclusive of all allowances (High cost allowance, Broadmoor hospital allowance)
We are looking for an innovative, inspirational and passionate individual who can effectively engage patients with complex needs in a person-centred way. The post holder must be able to provide and support the development of individual and ward based activities.
The post holder must demonstrate the ability to work well within a team as well as display self-motivation and the ability to motivate others.
This post offers an opportunity for individuals looking to develop their existing experience within mental health settings in a role that will provide both personal and professional growth. and professionally
Main duties of the job
The purpose of this post is to engage with service users at various stages along the care pathway to support therapeutic input/engagement and specifically to plan and deliver programmes of activities (individual and group) both within a designated ward setting and jointly work with other services including Health and Fitness, Recovery College and Rehabilitation Therapy Services.
The post-holder will be required to work independently and with autonomy in the delivery of individual and group activities, and will be required to directly support junior staff, learners and volunteers.
The person is also required to work collaboratively with colleagues, clients, health care professionals and outside agencies. The post holder will be required to work creatively and flexibly, and will receive support and monthly supervision from a designated registered nurse.
In order to support optimum therapeutic opportunity, the post holder will be required to combine practical expertise, to model appropriate behaviours, and to support service users in developing social and task skills.
Working for our organisation
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Proven evidence of an acceptable level of education/qualification (e.g. CSE, GCSE, O Level). NVQ level 3 (or working towards)
Desirable criteria
2. Any relevant qualifications Relevant Group Work related courses. City & Guilds 730
Experience
Essential criteria
3. Experience working within a health care setting or relevant work experience environment.
Desirable criteria
4. Experience of work in mental health, challenging behaviour or learning disabilities
5. Previous Experience as Activity Coordinator
Knowledge/skills
Essential criteria
6. Demonstrate an interest in continuing personal and professional development
7. Good communications skills both written and verbal.
Desirable criteria
8. Willing to undertake further training as required