Job Overview
This role is internal only for employees of the BSW group only (RUH Bath, SFT Salisbury, GWH Swindon). You will be assisting with the activities that help facilitate timely and effective discharge from the ward. Within this role you will be proactive and use your creative skills to help deliver the best outcomes for patients by getting them involved in a wide range of activities that will encourage independence and confidence for patients who will be returning to the own place of residence. As this is a new role you will have the chance to shape and direct the future of this position within the ward. For further information please reach out to Clare Southall, Ward Senior Sister and we would welcome you to visit.
Main duties of the job
- Organise patients into dayroom for a range of activities.
- Encourage patients to attend lunch club daily.
- Engage in one to one activities where necessary.
- Work with the MDT supporting completion of 'what matters to me' document.
- Liaise with external groups for music sessions, PAT dogs etc.
- Assist patients to use resources such as audio books/radio.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people. We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners. By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person‑centred care we’re proud of. We’re committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing – and yes, we even have a pool! Discover what it’s like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we’re building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent relevant clinical experience
- Care Certificate (or commitment to complete upon joining)
Desirable criteria
- Formal training in rehabilitation, occupational therapy support, or safe moving and handling techniques
Experience
Essential criteria
- Proven experience working within an NHS acute, community, or social care setting.
- Background in collaborating within a multi-professional team environment.
Desirable criteria
- Experience working explicitly within patient flow, discharge planning, or community outreach models.
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
- Exceptional interpersonal and defusing communication skills.
- High-level organization with ability to prioritize under pressure.
- Confident IT literacy for inputting patient health data.
Desirable criteria
- In-depth understanding of local health and social care pathways, including the Home First model.
Applicant requirements
Please note - Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered unless an alternative right to work solution can be provided. Candidates requiring sponsorship (or will need sponsorship at the end of a current visa e.g. those with graduate visa's) should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying: Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK
Documents to download
- activity coordinator (PDF, 5.1KB)
- Join the RUH (PDF, 1.3MB)
Further details / informal visits contact
Name Clare Southall Job title Senior Sister Email address [email protected] Telephone number 01225821167
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