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Activity Co-ordinator

Cygnet Health Care

Widnes, WA8 5UY £13 – £13 a year Permanent Posted 28 August 2026 Apply by 27 September 2026

Home Office register entry: Cygnet Health Care Ltd, West Malling

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Role description

Job summary

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.

Main duties of the job

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

About us

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.

Date posted

28 August 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.15 to £13.45 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP242A08A6

Job locations

Widnes

WA8 5UY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

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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.

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