Job summary
Located in Meriden, Warwickshire, Priory Hospital Solihull is a 31-bedded hospital supporting the NHS by offering level 2 rehabilitation services for males.
Main duties of the job
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patient
- Working as part of the therapy team to support patients with engagement in meaningful occupations.
- Prepares, plans and delivers group and individual recreational and occupational activities, observing, recording and reporting patient responses to the assigned clinician as appropriate. Continued evaluation of effectiveness of activities delivered.
- Ensures the effective, timely and accurate updating of clinical records.
About us
Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 13,000 colleagues and a network of 280 services, we support over 26,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.
All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Located in Meriden, Warwickshire; Priory Hospital Solihull is looking to recruit two Activity Coordinators to join the therapies team. This is a full- time role of 37.5 hours a week. Hours to include weekend working and bank holidays. Applicants will be expected to work a range of hours to suit the needs of the patients. Please note that you will be expected to be able to drive both an automatic and a manual car to support patients to and from activities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Located in Meriden, Warwickshire; Priory Hospital Solihull is looking to recruit two Activity Coordinators to join the therapies team. This is a full- time role of 37.5 hours a week. Hours to include weekend working and bank holidays. Applicants will be expected to work a range of hours to suit the needs of the patients. Please note that you will be expected to be able to drive both an automatic and a manual car to support patients to and from activities.
Person Specification
Requirements
Essential
- Educated to GCSE/O-Level standard (AC) or holding a relevant NVQ Level 2, the role requires experience gained within a related clinical or therapeutic environment. Due to the nature of the position, there is frequent interaction with staff, patients, and visitors, requiring the effective exchange of information. Well-developed communication, observational, and listening skills are essential to accurately assess patients and respond appropriately to their needs.
- Drivers must have held a full driver's licence for three years or more.
- The current licence must be valid in accordance with statutory requirements for driving in the UK. Before being permitted to drive on Priory business, colleagues must either:
- Hold a full UK driving licence.
- Hold an EU/EEC licence. These can be used in the UK for up to three years from the colleagues date of entry, or until their 70th birthday, whichever is longer. Do you have either of the driving licenses?
- There must be no more than six points on the licence. Where a licence has six points, this must to declared to insurers, who may apply additional terms. Do you have more than 6 points on your licence or been banned from driving?
Person Specification
Requirements
Essential
- Educated to GCSE/O-Level standard (AC) or holding a relevant NVQ Level 2, the role requires experience gained within a related clinical or therapeutic environment. Due to the nature of the position, there is frequent interaction with staff, patients, and visitors, requiring the effective exchange of information. Well-developed communication, observational, and listening skills are essential to accurately assess patients and respond appropriately to their needs.
- Drivers must have held a full driver's licence for three years or more.
- The current licence must be valid in accordance with statutory requirements for driving in the UK. Before being permitted to drive on Priory business, colleagues must either:
- Hold a full UK driving licence.
- Hold an EU/EEC licence. These can be used in the UK for up to three years from the colleagues date of entry, or until their 70th birthday, whichever is longer. Do you have either of the driving licenses?
- There must be no more than six points on the licence. Where a licence has six points, this must to declared to insurers, who may apply additional terms. Do you have more than 6 points on your licence or been banned from driving?
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
