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Job description Iris Care Group has an exciting opportunity for a creative and compassionate Activity Coordinator to join our well-established team at Heatherwood Court Hospital, Pontypridd. Employing over 1,600 people, Iris Care Group is the largest independent health and social care provider across the Southwest of England and South Wales. We provide innovative, effective, and forward-thinking care for adults with specialist mental healthcare needs. With over 90% of staff saying they enjoy their job, we are proud to have created environments where our staff feel rewarded and fulfilled. Work for us and youll go home knowing that youve made a difference. What will you receive? Clinical and managerial supervision from the Senior Occupational Therapy and Hospital Director Industry-leading training and development opportunities Employee Assistance Program free 24/7 confidential helpline (domestic, financial, legal, health support, etc.) High street retail discount scheme Recognise Me our staff benefits, wellbeing and recognition platform Free on-site parking and uniform Friendly and supportive work environment No zero-hour contracts Overtime opportunities Death in service benefit Role Responsibilities Are you passionate about supporting individuals with mental health needs to lead active, fulfilling lives? Do you enjoy planning and delivering engaging activities that promote wellbeing, recovery, and social inclusion? As an Activity Coordinator, you will play a key role in enhancing the therapeutic environment at Heatherwood Court. You will work closely with service users and the multidisciplinary team to co-produce and facilitate a programme of meaningful activities tailored to individual interests and recovery goals. Your responsibilities will include: Building rapport with service users to assess their interests, strengths, and needs Planning and delivering a range of social, creative, recreational, and skills-based activities Promoting personal recovery principles and supporting service users to live the life they want to lead Collaborating with the MDT to ensure activities are client-centred and therapeutic Establishing links with local community initiatives in line with the Building Better Lives framework Acting as a resource of information and encouragement for service users Maintaining accurate records in accordance with Iris Care Group policies Role Requirements To succeed in this role, you will ideally have: Experience working in mental health or social care settings Excellent interpersonal and communication skills A creative and enthusiastic approach to engagement The ability to motivate and inspire individuals A valid UK driving licence This role may include working evenings and weekends as part of a rota. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Store discount Ability to commute: Pontypridd CF37 1PL: reliably commute Experience: Mental Health: 1 year (required) Work Location: In person TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you passionate about supporting young people to reach their full potential? Excell Supply are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established independent specialist school in the Caerphilly area that provides therapeutic education for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) . This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a compassionate, forward-thinking team dedicated to helping children and young people who have not thrived in mainstream education to succeed in a nurturing, supportive environment. About the Role As a Teaching Assistant, youll support students both in and outside of the classroom helping them to build confidence, develop social and emotional skills, and access learning tailored to their individual needs. Youll work closely with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams to deliver a therapeutic, student-centred approach that makes a lasting difference in the lives of young people. Key Responsibilities Support pupils with SEMH and ASD , promoting engagement, independence and self-esteem. Help deliver creative, individualised learning and behaviour support strategies. Encourage emotional regulation and positive behaviour using trauma-informed techniques. Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to ensure consistent and effective practice. Contribute to a safe, inclusive and inspiring classroom environment. What Were Looking For Experience supporting young people with special educational needs , particularly SEMH and ASD. A caring, patient and resilient approach to working with children. Strong communication and teamwork skills. A passion for inclusive education and child development. Relevant qualifications such as Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant , Childcare , or Health & Social Care are desirable but not essential. Benefits Competitive salary and career progression opportunities Supportive leadership and a positive, team-focused culture Ongoing training and funded professional development Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance programmes Pension and life assurance If youre an enthusiastic and compassionate individual who believes in helping every child achieve their best, wed love to hear from you. ?? To apply or find out more, contact Excell Supplys Permanent Recruitment Team today. TPBN1_UKTJ