Care Events Coordinator

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Shooting Star Children’s Hospices Care Events Coordinator The closing date is 03 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary This role requires experience of planning and coordinating activities, events or experiences for children, young people and families, alongside strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will have experience building positive relationships with colleagues, families, volunteers or external partners, and be confident coordinating a wide range of tasks simultaneously. We are looking for someone who is warm, creative, organised and approachable, with a genuine passion for creating positive experiences for children and families. You will be a confident communicator with excellent attention to detail, able to produce clear communications, coordinate complex logistics and adapt plans in response to changing circumstances and individual needs. You will be comfortable working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, building positive relationships with children, young people, families and colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds. You will also be emotionally resilient and able to work sensitively within a children's hospice environment, including supporting families affected by serious illness, end-of-life care and bereavement. Main duties of the job Your key purpose will be to coordinate and deliver a varied programme of events, groups and activities for children and young people with life-limiting conditions, their families and bereaved families. Working as part of the Care Events Team within Psychosocial Services, you will help create opportunities for families to make memories, build connections and access support in welcoming and inclusive environments. You will take ownership of agreed events from planning through to delivery, evaluation and follow-up, coordinating logistics, communications, venues, suppliers, volunteers and resources to ensure activities are safe, engaging and delivered to a high standard. You will also play an important role in helping children, young people and families feel welcomed, supported and included throughout their experience. Alongside the wider events programme, you will maintain a regular presence at Christopher's hospice, working with multidisciplinary colleagues to plan and facilitate meaningful daily activities for children and young people during their stays. You will contribute to the ongoing development of the programme by gathering feedback, identifying opportunities for improvement and helping ensure activities respond to the needs of the families we support. About us Shooting Star Childrens Hospices provides specialist care and support to families who have a baby, child or young person with a life-limiting condition, or who have been bereaved. At the heart of what we do are our dedicated staff; their exceptional commitment and professionalism means every family has the opportunity to make every moment count. To help each member of our team to excel in their role, we provide a range of skills training, staff benefits, discounts and wellbeing events. Discover the difference you can make today. Details Date posted 20 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £15,736 to £15,736 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number VPE9D0667D Job locations Christopher's Old Portsmouth Road Artington Gui