Activities Coordinator

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Oak House is a specialist residential service situated in Diss, Norfolk for seven adults with autism, learning disabilities and associated mental health needs.

The property is close to local amenities and within easy access to major bus routes, train stations and motorways linking it to the neighbouring towns. This ‘robust’ service brings together the best qualities of a ‘local’ service with the support and expertise of an established and well-respected service provider.

Oak House is a large, detached building which also benefits from a recently built new extension and well-maintained gardens.

The staff team have significant expertise in supporting people with autism and additional complex needs. This includes a dedicated positive behaviour support (PBS) specialist, and an activities co-ordinator. Our services also include:

- A low stimulus, homely and relaxed environment, whilst offering robust furnishings
- Accommodation comprises of both individual bedrooms and flats
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) kitchen units available in flats to promote independence, whilst maintaining safety
- A very spacious and modern kitchen, lounge and dining area with patio doors leading onto a large, secure garden
- Innovative person-centred support programmes and personal activity planners
- Intensive interactive communication and environment
- One-to-one specialist support as required
- Access to education and supported employment opportunities
- Progression through a care pathway to live as independently as possible

You will be supporting our residents with their day to day lives, encouraging them to live as independently as possible. You may get involved in exciting activities outside of the home too - our residents participate in day trips, charity events and much more

What we’ll give you:

- A rewarding job, full of variety and opportunities for career development
- Brilliant, ongoing training to help you achieve more
- Support of an experienced and friendly team of colleagues
- A range of salary sacrifice benefits, cashback rewards, pension options and much more
- Access to our Career Pathways, which will help shape your career with us - you can work towards goals and milestones that will take your career in whichever direction you wish

Please call Old Rectory on 01379 644 444 if you’d like an informal discussion.

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