Job summary
We are looking for a confident Activity Co-ordinator with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You will be working 37.5 hours a week (evenings and weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Stevenage.
Main duties of the job
A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether its saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure or securing your future with professional development and a pension we support you to be happy both in & out of work. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet 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 160 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Details
- Date posted: 20 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £14.50 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: VP67995D3F
- Job locations: Stevenage, SG1 4YS, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Are you a confident person who enjoys planning and coordinating activities? We have an exciting new job vacancy for two Activity Co-ordinators at Cygnet Hospital Stevenage. The vacancies are for evening and weekend working, we can consider flexible working requests.
Cygnet Hospital Stevenageoffers a range of mental health services for adults with complex needs, including Medium secure, low secure, PICU and Acute wards. The hospital is a purpose-built therapeutic environment, where the focus is on maximising positive outcomes and recovery.
The hospital has a range of therapeutic resources so that people can develop their life skills and participate in leisure activities. This includes a gym, large multipurpose outdoor space (tennis, football etc), a music studio, social hub and garden.
The Successful Candidate should be/have:
- Experience in the field of mental health or secure environments.
- A good understanding of risk assessment and management
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Excellent relational security awareness and professional boundaries
The way you will be spending your time is:
- Co-producing and running activities on wards and therapeutic spaces
- Facilitating diversional activities (1:1 and in group) EXAMPLE: Art, music, walking group and film night.
- Coordinating theme days/celebrations. EXAMPLE: Christmas, Diwali, Halloween, Prom, Anniversaries and Easter.
- Recording meaningful engagement on MyPath.
- Completing activity risk assessments with NIC/staff on shift.
The simplest, easiest way to see that this job is being done is:
Individuals are engaged in activities on the unit & 80% of AC time is spent in direct contact with individuals. Evidence of theme/celebrations days on the unit. 90% of individuals achieve at least 25 hours of meaningful activity. Recording to be at the level of at least one entry per week per individual within the service Activity risk assessments are visible on MyPath.
In return we offer:
- £14,50 per hour
- Managerial and clinical supervision and peer support from ward managers
- Support and guidance from OT dept
- Monthly Psychology led CPD events
- Company pension scheme
- NHS Blue Light Discount Cards
- Free parking & meals on duty
- Access to gym and staff group fitness sessions from PT
Evenings and weekends; we can consider flexible working requests. E.g to accommodate school drops.
Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.
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This advert is for Activity Co-ordinator with Cygnet Health Care in Stevenage, England. It is listed as a Activities coordinator role. The advertised salary is £14.50. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 19 Sep 2026.
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