Job summary Cygnet Healthcare is looking for an Activity Coordinator to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Oldbury. At Cygnet Hospital Oldbury you will be working 42 hours per week working across a shift pattern including weekends. Cygnet Hospital Oldbury is our new state-of-the-art PICU & Acute hospital for women, in the West Midlands. The service features two wards: a 12-bed PICU ward and a 15-bed Acute ward. Cygnet Hospital Oldbury has a full multidisciplinary team (MDT) and supports the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment. Main duties of the job At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day. About us Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation. Date posted 19 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £24,960 to £26,000 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number VP6E45EA77 Job locations Oldbury B68 9AG Job description Job responsibilities Cygnet Healthcareis looking for an Activity Coordinator to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Oldbury. At Cygnet Hospital Oldbury you will be working 42 hours per week working across a shift pattern including weekends. Cygnet Hospital Oldbury is our new state-of-the-art PICU & Acute hospital for women, in the West Midlands. The service features two wards: a 12-bed PICU ward and a 15-bed Acute ward. Cygnet Hospital Oldbury has a full multidisciplinary team (MDT) and supports the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment. Your Day-to-Day at Cygnet Hospital Oldbury 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 Were looking for someone who has Experience and/or a passion for working in healthcare 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? Well offer you £12.00 increasing to £12.50 Per Hour Strong career progression opportunities into management roles Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities Expert clinical supervision & peer support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving. Please note successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received. Job description Job responsibilities Cygnet Healthcareis looking for an Activity Coordinator to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Oldbury. At Cygnet Hospital Oldbury you will be working 42 hours per week working across a shift pattern including weekends. Cygnet Hospital Oldbury is our new state-of-the-art PICU & Acute hospital for women, in the West Midlands. The service features two wards: a 12-bed PICU ward and a 15-bed Acute ward. Cygnet Hospital Oldbury has a full multidisciplinary team (MDT) and supports the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment. Your Day-to-Day at Cygnet Hospital Oldbury 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 Were looking for someone who has Experience and/or a passion for working in healthcare 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? Well offer you £12.00 increasing to £12.50 Per Hour Strong career progression opportunities into management roles Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities Expert clinical supervision & peer support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving. Please note successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received. Person Specification General Requirements Essential Please refer to job description above Desirable Please refer to job description above Person Specification General Requirements Essential Please refer to job description above Desirable Please refer to job description above 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. Employer details Employer name Cygnet Health Care Address Oldbury B68 9AG Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)