Job summary

We are looking for a Activity Coordinator to join our team at Cygnet Appletree. This role will be working a 42 hour per week contract (shift pattern over the 7 day week, 8am to 8pm following a shift pattern of 4 days one week and 3 days the next week). Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, a specialist PICU service.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

About us

Cygnet Health Care 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 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£23,670 to £23,670 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP40ADA5E2

Job locations

Meadowfield

DH7 8NT

United Kingdom

Job description

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.

We are looking for a Activity Coordinator to join our team at Cygnet AppletreeThis role will be working a 42 hour per week contract (shift pattern over the 7 day week, 8am to 8pm following a shift pattern of 4 days one week and 3 days the next week).Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, a specialist PICU service.Your Day-to-DayWe are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the care of patients at the service by assisting the Occupational Therapist with; Encouraging patients to access and become involved in a variety of activities as well maintaining any pre-existing hobbies. Planning and implementing therapy programmes whilst ensuring appropriate materials are obtained Contributing ideas, facilitating events and activities in a safe mannerWere looking for someone who has Experience and/or a passion for working in healthcare and with learning disabilities Some knowledge of Occupational Therapy A creative flair and the ability to work as part of a interdisciplinary team An awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion (desirable)Why Cygnet? Well offer youStarting pay £13.15 per/hour up to £13.45 per/hour post probation. Company pension scheme A compr ehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card Free meals Internal and external CPD opportunities Opportunities to become involved in research Clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational TherapistRequirementsContracted hours: 42 hours a weekUK Driving licence : desirablePlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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Job description 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.We are looking for a Activity Coordinator to join our team at Cygnet AppletreeThis role will be working a 42 hour per week contract (shift pattern over the 7 day week, 8am to 8pm following a shift pattern of 4 days one week and 3 days the next week).Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, a specialist PICU service.Your Day-to-DayWe are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the care of patients at the service by assisting the Occupational Therapist with; Encouraging patients to access and become involved in a variety of activities as well maintaining any pre-existing hobbies. Planning and implementing therapy programmes whilst ensuring appropriate materials are obtained Contributing ideas, facilitating events and activities in a safe mannerWere looking for someone who has Experience and/or a passion for working in healthcare and with learning disabilities Some knowledge of Occupational Therapy A creative flair and the ability to work as part of a interdisciplinary team An awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion (desirable)Why Cygnet? Well offer youStarting pay £13.15 per/hour up to £13.45 per/hour post probation. Company pension scheme A compr ehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card Free meals Internal and external CPD opportunities Opportunities to become involved in research Clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational TherapistRequirementsContracted hours: 42 hours a weekUK Driving licence : desirablePlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply

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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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Meadowfield

DH7 8NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Meadowfield

DH7 8NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)