Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust - Activity Co‑ordinator/Trainee
The closing date is 20 May 2026
The successful post holder will be responsible for planning and providing appropriate activities to meet the general therapeutic, social and recreational needs of individual service users on a part time basis (18.75 hours).
This includes working with others to develop and establish a timetable of activities which can be delivered across the ward both individually and within groups and also in the local community. This will need to be flexible and patient centred, changing regularly according to the needs of a patient cohort, and according to the interests of individuals at any given time.
Moor Croft Ward is an 18 bedded mixed sex Acute Mental Health unit for older adults. As a team we are passionate in promoting independence and working to build the confidence of our patients through activity and collaborative working.
The post holder needs to be enthusiastic and show a good understanding of the importance of activity for good mental health.
You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for people who can work relatively independently, using their own skills (art and craft, cooking/baking, gardening, music and exercise, puzzles and games) to support patients in engaging with meaningful activity, and through this promote wellbeing using a client centred approach.
You will need to be able to communicate well with a wide range of individuals, adapting your communication style according to individual need in a responsive manner.
Although this role will primarily focus on the delivery and planning of activities there will be an expectation for the successful candidate to deliver direct patient care and work directly with the nursing team to ensure Patient care and safety is the main priority.
Job responsibilities
The successful candidates who do not hold the required qualifications will be expected to enrol on the Activity Coordinator Framework which will include the acquisition of the Level 3 Certificate in Activity Provision in Social Care Distance learning, level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent and achievement of competencies. You will have a maximum of 2 years to complete this.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Due to the nature of the role, it is desirable that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Relevant level 3 or above qualification e.g. in health and/or social care, communication, teaching
* Numeracy, Literacy and ITQ Level 2 (or equivalent)
Experience
* Experience of paid, voluntary (or on a personal level) of engaging with people with a learning disability or mental health issues
* Experience of supporting engagement of others in activity
Knowledge
* Awareness of needs of people with mental health conditions or learning disabilities
* Awareness of the needs of individuals from diverse social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
* Understanding of the value and benefit of activity to mental wellbeing
Personal attributes
* Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.
* Flexible and adaptable
* Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours
* Ability to work in a calm confident manner
* Committed to continual quality and service improvement
* Committed to promoting a positive image of people with mental health conditions or learning disabilities
* Self awareness and committed to continual personal development
Skills
* Good observation skills
* Ability to work in a team
* Ability to engage and motivate others
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.
£25,272 to £27,476 a year pro rata, per annum
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