Activities Co-ordinator

Application Deadline: 1 September 2025

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Shaftsbury Mews

Compensation: £12.90 / hour

Description

Shaftesbury Mews is looking to recruit an Activities Co-Ordinator to join the team. This is a full time, 37.5 hour role and you will be flexible to work across the 7 days. Hours of work can be discussed at interview. 
 
Shaftesbury Mews is located in the Jordanstown area of Belfast, off the main road on the Antrim coastline. It offers residential and nursing support to 18 people, who are on the autism spectrum, or have a learning disability. The home can also support those with physical health needs and a brain injury.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents 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 residents
 

• Observe, record and report our residents involvement in activities
• Participate in site wide programmes and activities with the agreement of your line manager
• Creatively plan activities to meet the needs of our residents
• Be proactive in making suggestions for how to improve the service 

 
 You can find additional information in the attached job description. 

What you'll bring to the role

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.
 
While having worked in this role previously is not essential, you will have experience working within a mental health, learning disability or challenging behaviour environment within the sector. 
 
For more information about the role, you can email amyleadbetter@priorygroup.com

What we will give you in return

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. 

• 28 days annual leave 
• 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. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.