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We are looking for a Activity Co-ordinator to join our team at Cygnet Long Eaton Day Service. This role will be working full time, 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday 9am -5pm.
Long Eaton Day Services specialises in supporting individuals with a primary diagnosis of a learning disability, in addition to those with complex health needs, physical disabilities and those with autism. We have a long history of enhancing the quality of life of the individuals who attend the service.
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 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 a interdisciplinary team.
* An awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion (desirable).
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you
* Salary: £13.69 per hour
* 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
* Clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational Therapist
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
What next?
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