Care Events Coordinator in Surrey

Job summaryThis 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 jobYour 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 usShooting 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.DetailsDate posted20 October 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary 15,736 to 15,736 a year ContractPermanentWorking pattern Part-time Reference numberVPE9D0667DJob locationsChristopher'sOld Portsmouth RoadArtingtonGuildfordSurreyGU3 1LPUnited KingdomShooting Star Childrens HospiceShooting Star HouseThe AvenueHAMPTONMiddlesexTW12 3RAUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob Title: Care Events CoordinatorSalary: 15,736 (pro-rata of full time equivalent 26,228) Team: Care EventsHours: Part Time, 22.5 hoursContract Type: PermanentLocation: Shooting Star House, Hampton and Christopher's, Guildford , 1LP GU3About the roleYour 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 youThis 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.Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Childrens Hospices.What we offerIn return you will receive a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, which include:Pension schemeNHS Pension Scheme (for eligible employees) or our stakeholder pension scheme, with up to 7% employer contributionsAnnual leave27 days plus Bank Holidays rising with length of service2 weeks paid sabbatical leave after 5, 10 and 15 years serviceContractual benefits Generous sick pay schemeEnhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave payFlexible working arrangementsDeath in service benefitsReimbursed professional membership feesEye careEmployee referral schemeBlue Light discount cardHealth and wellbeing Employee Assistance ProgrammeOccupational HealthMindfulness sessionsMental Health First AidersSafeguardingWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Also, we are committed to equal opportunities and consider all applicants to be in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.Equality, diversity and inclusionShooting Star Childrens Hospices is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisations values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Childrens Hospices to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.Please contact Lucy Isherwood,Lucy.Isherwood@shootingstar.org.uk or 07946856813 if you have any questions about this role.Anticipated Closing Date: 03/11/2026Please note that vacancies may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We therefore recommend submitting your application as early as possible. Job description Job responsibilitiesJob Title: Care Events CoordinatorSalary: 15,736 (pro-rata of full time equivalent 26,228) Team: Care EventsHours: Part Time, 22.5 hoursContract Type: PermanentLocation: Shooting Star House, Hampton and Christopher's, Guildford , 1LP GU3About the roleYour 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 youThis 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.Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Childrens Hospices.What we offerIn return you will receive a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, which include:Pension schemeNHS Pension Scheme (for eligible employees) or our stakeholder pension scheme, with up to 7% employer contributionsAnnual leave27 days plus Bank Holidays rising with length of service2 weeks paid sabbatical leave after 5, 10 and 15 years serviceContractual benefits Generous sick pay schemeEnhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave payFlexible working arrangementsDeath in service benefitsReimbursed professional membership feesEye careEmployee referral schemeBlue Light discount cardHealth and wellbeing Employee Assistance ProgrammeOccupational HealthMindfulness sessionsMental Health First AidersSafeguardingWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Also, we are committed to equal opportunities and consider all applicants to be in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.Equality, diversity and inclusionShooting Star Childrens Hospices is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisations values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Childrens Hospices to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.Please contact Lucy Isherwood,Lucy.Isherwood@shootingstar.org.uk or 07946856813 if you have any questions about this role.Anticipated Closing Date: 03/11/2026Please note that vacancies may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We therefore recommend submitting your application as early as possible.Person Specification General Requirements EssentialPlease refer to job description aboveDesirablePlease refer to job description above Person Specification General Requirements EssentialPlease refer to job description aboveDesirablePlease refer to job description aboveDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameShooting Star Children’s HospicesAddressChristopher'sOld Portsmouth RoadArtingtonGuildfordSurreyGU3 1LPUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameShooting Star Children’s HospicesAddressChristopher'sOld Portsmouth RoadArtingtonGuildfordSurreyGU3 1LPUnited KingdomEmployer's website