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Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Activity Coordinator

The closing date is 22 April 2026

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Job summary

Activity Coordinator - Band 3 - Full Time

We are committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care for the people of Bradford, Airedale and Craven. Are you passionate about making a difference?

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust delivers mental health and community health services for people of all ages, with care tailored to individual needs and provided as close to home as possible.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for full-time Activity Coordinatorsto join our established multidisciplinary teams within Adult Acute Inpatient Mental Health Services.

These posts are based on:

  • Oakburn Ward, Lynfield Mount Hospital
  • Fern Ward, Airedale Centre for Mental Health

Both wards provide care for males aged 18-65 experiencing acute mental illness.

As an Activity Coordinator, you will support the Occupational Therapy team to plan and deliver meaningful therapeutic activities, both one-to-one and in groups, helping to promote recovery, social inclusion and positive patient experiences within a busy acute ward environment.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with people, has a caring and supportive approach, and is interested in gaining valuable experience within mental health or pursuing a future career in therapy services.

If you are motivated, personable and keen to contribute to recovery-focused care, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As an activity co-ordinator you will work within the occupational therapy team structure to assist in the delivery of meaningful activity on the ward and within the local community, and support recovery and transition from hospital to home. You will work collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary team both on the ward and in the community. In addition, you will be involved in service development within the relevant area.

We are seeking an innovative individual, able to work collaboratively with service users and staff, and integrate well into the multidisciplinary team on the ward.

The provision will incorporate a 7-day service with shift working to enhance the therapeutic offer for service users, and the successful applicant will complete 12 hour shifts.

Closing Date: 22nd April 2026

Shortlisting Date: 23rd April 2026

Interview Date: TBC

About us

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -

We Care- We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference

We Listen- We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs

We Deliver- We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners

We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :

Increase mileage rates for > 3500

A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages

A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities

Plus many more.

We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

30 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

453-26-7883639

Job locations

Lynfield Mount Hospital & Airedale Centre for Mental Health

Heights Lane

Bradford

BD18 3LD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Numeracy and literacy skills at level 2
  • NVQ III in care

Desirable

  • QCF diploma level 1 or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • Caring and working with people/children in a health care environment
  • Experience of working in Adult Mental Health or Rehabilitation services
  • Experience of delivering meaningful/therapeutic activity
  • Experience of dealing with the public.

Desirable

  • Experience of planning and facilitating group sessions
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Numeracy and literacy skills at level 2
  • NVQ III in care

Desirable

  • QCF diploma level 1 or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • Caring and working with people/children in a health care environment
  • Experience of working in Adult Mental Health or Rehabilitation services
  • Experience of delivering meaningful/therapeutic activity
  • Experience of dealing with the public.

Desirable

  • Experience of planning and facilitating group sessions

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

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lynfield Mount Hospital & Airedale Centre for Mental Health

Heights Lane

Bradford

BD18 3LD


Employer's website

https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lynfield Mount Hospital & Airedale Centre for Mental Health

Heights Lane

Bradford

BD18 3LD


Employer's website

https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Occupational Therapist

Tracy Metcalf

tracy.metcalf@bdct.nhs.uk

07435181276

Details

Date posted

30 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

453-26-7883639

Job locations

Lynfield Mount Hospital & Airedale Centre for Mental Health

Heights Lane

Bradford

BD18 3LD


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