Activity Worker Role on Ellis Ward with Sponsorship | Immediate Start in London | Apply Now

Location
London, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
31,081 to 33,665 per year

About South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust
South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust is on a mission to deliver world-class mental health care that helps people take control of their recovery. They’re known for their compassion, their strong community connections, and their drive to make services more human. On Ellis Ward, they’ve built a culture where every interaction counts and every role plays a vital part in someone’s progress.

Job details

Benefits

• Supportive work environment with strong team collaboration
• Opportunities for training including accredited group skills and computing workshops
• Visa sponsorship available for skilled worker applicants
• Flexible working style to meet changing service needs
• Hands-on experience with a multidisciplinary clinical team

Requirements

• Formal technical qualification such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care
• Willingness to complete training in group facilitation, computing, and food handling within 12 months
• Prior experience supporting group or one-to-one sessions in a care or teaching setting
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and note-taking skills

Salary Details

You’ll earn between 31,081 and 33,665 per year, aligned with the NHS Agenda for Change pay structure, plus full NHS benefits.

About the Role

This is a chance to turn your creativity and empathy into something that changes lives. You’ll support recovery-focused therapeutic activities for people experiencing acute mental health challenges. Working side-by-side with Occupational Therapists and clinical staff, you’ll co-facilitate group and one-to-one sessions, help patients rediscover meaningful routines, and encourage their path toward community reintegration.

It’s not just about delivering sessions. You’ll be shaping care plans, contributing to clinical discussions, and acting as a consistent, calming presence in a ward that thrives on teamwork and trust.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and run creative, social, and therapeutic group activities
• Help patients understand ward routines and feel more at ease
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service and individual clients
• Support one-to-one activities under the guidance of the Occupational Therapist
• Contribute to handovers and team discussions that guide patient care
• Deliver graded activities that support recovery and daily living

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role falls under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required before you start.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust welcomes candidates from all backgrounds. They’re committed to inclusion, respect, and equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of culture, language, or lived experience.

Employer Details

• Company Name: South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust
• Address: London, United Kingdom
• Contact: Apply via NHS Jobs

Reference Number
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How To Apply
Looking to step into a role that makes a real difference? Don’t wait. Apply now and help shape recovery on Ellis Ward.