Overview
JobDescription : Activities Coordinator – Papworth Trust are looking for an Activities Coordinator to join the Cambridge team in their day centre, in this part-time, permanent position.
Why Papworth Trust?
At Papworth Trust, we are dedicated to supporting disabled people in leading independent and fulfilling lives through personalised care services. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated by the Care Quality Commission’s recognition of our work, with many of our services rated as ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Good.’ Across Suffolk, we deliver a wide range of support, including housing, employment services, and day opportunities—all designed to unlock individual potential and strengthen community connections.
Fantastic company benefits include:
* Competitive Salary: £19,656 per annum (£23,400 FTE)
* Holiday: 33 days holiday including bank holidays (pro rata for part-time)
* Working Hours: 30 hours
* Company sick pay
* Pension
* Employee extras: Cycle to Work scheme, Inclusive employee assistance and wellbeing support, ongoing training, health cashback plan
About the role:
As an Activities Coordinator, you will support people with diverse needs, including learning and physical disabilities, to enjoy meaningful and enriching experiences. Working hours for this role are 30 hours per week, 9am – 4pm, Tuesday – Friday.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Plan and run activities that support customers’ learning, recreation, and work skills, encouraging active involvement.
* Build strong links with families, professionals, and community partners to improve services and inclusion.
* Keep accurate records and follow policies, with a focus on safeguarding, safety, and confidentiality.
About you
As an Activities Coordinator, you will be enthusiastic, compassionate with a passion for empowering people to achieve their goals. You will be a strong communicator with a positive, flexible attitude, able to work well in a team. Confident, outgoing, and customer-focused, you should have experience supporting people with learning disabilities and running engaging sessions. Experience in a Day Centre is desirable, and knowledge of British Sign Language or Makaton is an advantage. We also welcome creative individuals with transferable skills for this rewarding role.
Please note: The post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check process.
Job Requirements / Application Instructions
We are a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us as soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. We welcome applications from disabled candidates and guarantee an interview to those who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you wish to apply through the Disability Confident scheme, please email hello@spiderrecruit.co.uk or call 01473 276146 to speak to Spider who are handling this vacancy on our behalf.
Please note, Candidates must be authorised to work in the UK.
The closing date is 7 October 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you are interested we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
If you are dedicated to making a difference and possess the skills and experience, we are looking for our Activities Coordinator role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV today to join our supportive and dynamic team at Papworth Trust, where we work together to empower individuals and promote independence in care.
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Additional Keywords: Activities Facilitator, Activity coordinator, Recreation facilitator, Group activities leader, Community activities coordinator, Disability Confident Employer, British Sign Language, Makaton.
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Address: People Services Team
Papworth Trust
Cambridge
Cambridge
CB Cambridge
CB4 1AX
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