Activities Coordinator Residential Social Care

Chailey Heritage Foundation • Full-time • North Chailey, East Sussex, England • £24,242 - £26,377 / year • 3w ago

Activities Coordinator – Residential Social Care

Location: North Chailey, East Sussex, BN8 4EF

Salary: £24,242 – £26,377 per annum (DOE)

Hours: 37 hours per week (full-time)

At the organisation, their Adult Homes are more than just places to live, they’re vibrant communities where young adults with complex disabilities can thrive. And activities are at the heart of it all. They're not just fun — they’re essential to development, independence, and wellbeing.

The Role

As their Activities Coordinator, you’ll bring joy, structure, and opportunity into each young adult’s daily life. From drama, music and art to swim sessions, gym workouts and day trips, you’ll create a rich, inclusive programme of activities using their fantastic on-site facilities and community links.

What you'll be doing:

Getting to know each young adult and designing personalised activity programmes around their interests
Leading engaging sessions — from arts and crafts to gardening, games, and cooking
Organising outings, community trips, and big events like Celebration Day and the Carol Service
Liaising with care teams and families to align activities with aspirations, progress, and transitions
Collaborating across CHF teams to tap into shared expertise and brilliant resources

Skills and Qualifications

Experience working in a care setting — ideally with young people with disabilities
A creative, proactive mindset — someone who sees opportunities and makes them happen
Strong organisational skills and confidence leading activities and events
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships
Basic IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
A minibus driving qualification — or willingness to train (bonus!)

Benefits

Enhanced Workplace Pension
Retail and leisure discounts
Healthcare Cashplan
Cycle to Work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Health & Wellbeing Resources
Death in Service benefit
Free DBS checks and renewals
Free tea/coffee and kitchen facilities
Onsite café and free parking
Free flu jabs

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://www.careers.chf.org.uk/job/activities-coordinator-residential-social-care?source=chf.org.uk

Important Notice

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and young adults. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references, and relevant occupational health checks.

It is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity with children if you are barred from doing so.

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