The Old Rectory is a residential service, which is located in the village of Brede, in East Sussex. We support 15 males and females who are autistic or have a learning disability. The service is located in a semi-rural location, surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Our team are dedicated to promoting independence, equality, dignity and respect and as a team we are focused on building positive outcomes for everyone. We provide high quality, bespoke, meaningful activities for our residents both on site and in the community, tailored to meet their individual’s needs.
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Activities Coordinator to deliver a broad range of therapeutic, social, and rehabilitative activities for the people we support. The role is focused on promoting self-esteem, encouraging independence, and helping individuals develop essential daily living skills.
You will play a key part in creating meaningful opportunities that improve wellbeing, build confidence, and support recovery and personal development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver a wide range of tailored activities and structured programmes to meet individual needs and abilities
- Facilitate both individual and group activities that encourage participation, engagement, and social interaction
- Take part in wider site-based and home programmes, as agreed with your line manager
- Observe, record, and report service user participation and progress in activities
- Maintain accurate and timely records, including healthcare documentation and computerised systems
- Use a creative approach to design engaging and purposeful activity sessions
- Liaise with external educational, vocational, and leisure providers to expand opportunities for service users
- Contribute positively to service development by suggesting improvements and new ideas
- Promote the service in a professional and positive manner at all times
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
About You:
You are caring, reliable, and enthusiastic about supporting people to live more independent and fulfilling lives. You enjoy working creatively, building relationships, and contributing to a supportive team environment.
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
- Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs) up to £3000 (Terms apply)
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 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 children’s mental health – and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader–Willi 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.
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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.
