Activity Co-ordinator/Trainee(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Role Overview

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a female adult mental health ward as an Activity Co-ordinator (or Trainee), where your work will directly contribute to improving patients’ wellbeing and recovery.

In this role, you will design and deliver meaningful activities that support patients’ emotional, social, and therapeutic needs. Activities may take place on the ward, in small groups, one-to-one sessions, or within the local community. The approach should always be flexible, adapting to patients’ interests, abilities, and recovery goals.

You’ll play a key part in helping individuals regain confidence, develop independence, and reconnect with everyday life.

What You’ll Be Doing

Plan and deliver a varied programme of activities such as arts and crafts, music, cooking, light exercise, games, or gardening
Encourage patients to participate in activities that promote mental wellbeing and social interaction
Work closely with nursing staff and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, person-centred care
Support patients in rebuilding confidence and preparing for discharge into the community
Adapt activities based on individual needs, cultural backgrounds, and preferences
Maintain awareness of risk and ensure all activities are delivered safely
Assist in providing direct care when needed, always prioritising patient safety

Training & Development

If you do not already hold the required qualifications, you will be supported to complete the Activity Coordinator Framework, which includes:

• Level 3 Certificate in Activity Provision in Social Care
  Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy (or equivalent)
  Completion of relevant competencies within 2 years

This role is ideal for someone who is motivated to grow within health or social care.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• A Level 3 qualification (or higher) in a relevant subject such as health, social care, education, or communication
  Basic literacy and numeracy (Level 2 or equivalent)
  Experience (paid, voluntary, or personal) supporting individuals with mental health conditions or learning

disabilities

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
  Ability to organise activities and engage others positively
  Compassion, patience, and a calm, flexible approach

Desirable:

• Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification (if not already held)
  Experience delivering structured activities or group sessions

About the Organisation

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and learning disability services across County Durham, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York, and Selby.

The Trust focuses on recovery, inclusion, and partnership—working closely with patients, families, and communities to deliver care that is respectful, supportive, and forward-thinking.

Important Information

• You must have the right to work in the UK
  This role qualify for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship
  A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required
  You must be able to travel locally for community-based activities (reasonable adjustments can be considered under equality legislation)

Applicants requiring visa sponsorship should note that this position does not meet eligibility criteria under current immigration rules.