Activities Coordinator

Application Deadline: 30 April 2026

Department: Site Support Roles

Location: Solihull

Compensation: £24,638 / year

Description

Located in Meriden, Warwickshire; Priory Hospital Solihull is looking to recruit two Activity Coordinator’s 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.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patient’s 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.

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.

Educated to GCSE/O-Level standard (A–C) 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 colleague’s 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?

For more information about the role, you can email SophieGibson@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.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay