Activities Coordinator

JobDescription : Activities Coordinator

Salary: £26,227 per annum

Location: Sawston

Full/Part Time: Full time

Total Weekly Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday 08:30-16:30

Permanent or Fixed Term: Fixed term until 4 September 2026

Disclosure Barring Service: Enhanced check with adult barred

About us

Papworth Trust is a leading disability charity. Our vision is a world where disabled people are seen for who they are, and our mission is for disabled people to have equality, choice and independence.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and guarantee an interview to those who meet the minimum job criteria.

We provide ongoing support and adjustments for those working with us that have a disability or long term health condition and can help you obtain Access to Work funding to support you to do your job. You can ask us about reasonable adjustments you'll need throughout the application and interview process too.

How will I be supporting the work of the Trust?

As part of a team of Activities Coordinators you will deliver a flexible support and activity service that meets the needs of our customers. The people you will be supporting have a range of support needs associated with learning disability, physical disabilities, communication and behaviours.

What does this involve?

• Planning and delivering tailored group sessions
• Supporting customers to flourish in our day opportunities environment
• Removing barriers to support all participants to take part in sessions

Who are we looking for?

• Has experience in supporting people
• Has a positive attitude
• Is a good communicator, patient, and has a passion for helping people to grow

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

What you'll get in return?

• 33 days of annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part timers)
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Occupational sick pay - 6 weeks full/6 weeks half pay after probation
• Health cashback plan, with money back on things such as dental/optical
• Choice of two pension schemes with an enhanced employer contribution
• Plenty of wellbeing support including employee assistance helpline, online apps and mental health first aid and wellbeing discussions
• A 'Values in Practice' reward scheme with vouchers for achievements
• Various tax saving incentives such as cycle to work, car purchase and pension via salary exchange Involvement in our employee forum and colleague experience groups, making sure your voice is heard
• Access to ongoing training, learning and development opportunities, including qualifications

Job Requirements/Application Instructions

Please send your CV together with a short covering letter.

Address

People Services Team
Papworth Trust
Unity Campus, Sawston
Sawston
CB Cambridge
CB22 3EG