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    Leonard Cheshire

    Non-profit

    Activities Worker

    Crook, United KingdomOn-SitePart-time£13.38 / hourPosted 5d ago
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    Job description

    General Information

    Location
    Crook, County Durham
    Service name
    Bradbury House
    Closing date
    10-11-26
    Job type
    Part-Time
    Employment type
    Permanent
    Salary
    £13.38 per hour
    Job Description

    Description and requirements

    £13.38 per hour | Part-time | Bradbury House

    Every day is different – from planning activities to seeing someone enjoy a new experience, it’s incredibly rewarding.” That’s how one of our Activities Workers describes their role. If you’re compassionate, creative, and ready to help people live life to the fullest, we’d love to hear from you.

    Please note, as this role involves driving as part of the day-to-day responsibilities, applicants will need to hold a full, valid UK manual driving licence.

    A home, not just a service

    Our Bradbury House service supports adults with complex physical disabilities. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, welcoming and empowering environment where every day brings new opportunities – whether that’s celebrating a personal milestone, supporting a medical need, or helping someone achieve more independence.

    Your working hours

    We offer part-time hours. You must be available to work occasional evenings and weekends.

    You will be working 26 hours-per-week across 5 days.

    Why you’ll love working here
    As well as supporting your wellbeing and development, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:
    • 28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 every year up to 33 days)
    • Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
    • Free Blue Light Card: Exclusive discounts and benefits
    • Contributory Pension Scheme & competitive life cover
    • Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare at your fingertips
    • Career development: Opportunities for recognised qualifications and training
    • Free DBS check
    • Employee Assistance Programme – support when you need it most

    What you’ll do
    • Plan, organise, and deliver social and recreational activities that enhance daily living
    • Support customers to explore new hobbies, interests, and outings
    • Act as escort/driver for outings when required
    • Work with volunteers and other team members to ensure inclusive, person-centred experiences
    • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements
    • Promote independence, choice, and wellbeing for each customer

    What helps you shine here
    • Experience in activities or social care roles, supporting people with disabilities
    • Level 2 Activities qualification (or working towards) advantageous
    • Full, clean driving licence if driving is required
    • Flexible, creative, and compassionate approach
    • Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
    • Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team

    About Leonard Cheshire
    Established over 75 years ago, we exist to support disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible.

    Ready to apply?

    Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments. 

    We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.

    Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship or are awaiting a visa decision.

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    Leonard Cheshire

    Leonard Cheshire is a disability charity that supports thousands of people to live, work and develop their potential.

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