Cygnet
Activity Co-ordinator
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Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Make a Real Difference in Mental Health and Neurorehabilitation
Helping others improve and turn their lives around is one of the most rewarding things you can do.
At Cygnet, this is what we do every day for thousands of people across more than 150 services and sites throughout the UK.
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.
You’ll be working 40 hours per 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, therapeutic activities, and social inclusion. You will help plan and deliver meaningful activities that support independence, wellbeing, recovery, and daily living skills for the men in our care.
About Cygnet Paddocks
Cygnet Paddocks is our specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men, located in Widnes in the North West. The service provides a dedicated care pathway for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions, where behaviours that challenge may be the main barrier to recovery and rehabilitation.
The service supports the Level 1 Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation Pathway for the North 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 by acquired brain injury.
The in-house interdisciplinary team includes neuropsychiatry, psychology, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, physiotherapy, nurses, and support workers, all working together to keep the individual at the heart of their care and discharge planning.
Cygnet Paddocks is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with the Caring domain rated Outstanding.
Your Day-to-Day as an Activity Co-ordinator
As an Activity Co-ordinator at 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, safe, and person-centred.
- Encouraging individuals to access and take part in a variety of activities, hobbies, and therapeutic programmes
- Supporting people to maintain existing interests, hobbies, and social connections
- Assisting the Occupational Therapist with the planning and implementation of therapy programmes
- Helping to source and prepare appropriate materials, resources, and equipment for activities
- Contributing creative ideas for activities, events, and group sessions
- Facilitating activities safely and in line with individual care plans, risk assessments, and therapeutic goals
- Promoting recovery, independence, social inclusion, and community engagement
- Supporting individuals to build confidence, develop daily living skills, and improve wellbeing
- Working collaboratively with the wider clinical, care, and support team
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We’re Looking For Someone Who Has
We are looking for an enthusiastic and academically strong candidate who can bring creativity, structure, and 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 plan engaging, meaningful activities
- The confidence to work as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Strong communication and organisation skills
- A positive, patient, and flexible approach
- An interest in supporting people with complex needs and behaviours that may challenge
- An awareness of recovery approaches, social inclusion, and person-centred care, 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, Activities Worker, or Social Care Worker.
Why Join Cygnet?
At Cygnet, your work as an Activity Co-ordinator will 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
- Working pattern: Monday to Friday (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
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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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Make a real difference in mental health and neurorehabilitation
Helping others improve and turn their lives around is one of the most rewarding things you can do.
At Cygnet, this is what we do every day for thousands of people across more than 150 services and sites throughout the UK.
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.
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You’ll be working 40 hours per 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, therapeutic activities, and social inclusion. You will help plan and deliver meaningful activities that support independence, wellbeing, recovery, and daily living skills for the men in our care.
About Cygnet Paddocks
Cygnet Paddocks is our specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men, located in Widnes in the North West. The service provides a dedicated care pathway for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions, where behaviours that challenge may be the main barrier to recovery and rehabilitation.
The service supports the Level 1 Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation Pathway for the North 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 by acquired brain injury.
The in-house interdisciplinary team includes neuropsychiatry, psychology, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, physiotherapy, nurses, and support workers, all working together to keep the individual at the heart of their care and discharge planning.
Cygnet Paddocks is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with the Caring domain rated Outstanding.
Your Day-to-Day as an Activity Co-ordinator
As an Activity Co-ordinator at 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, safe, and person-centred.
We’re Looking For Someone Who Has
We are looking for an enthusiastic and academically strong candidate who can bring creativity, structure, and compassion to the role.
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, Activities Worker, or Social Care Worker.
Why Join Cygnet?
At Cygnet, your work as an Activity Co-ordinator will 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.
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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