Dementia Wellbeing & Activities Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; South Shields; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare seeks a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant for Lavender Lodge Care Home. You will assist the Wellbeing Coordinator in planning and delivering activities to support residents’ physical, cognitive, and social wellbeing, while maintaining a safe environment and promoting the home’s professional image.

Ideal candidates have experience with older people in dementia care settings, hold a DBS check, and can prove eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience with older people in residential dementia settings
• DBS check provided by employer
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Support the Wellbeing Coordinator in delivering activities to engage residents' physical, cognitive and social wellbeing
• Maintain a safe living and working environment that supports the home's professional image
• Report changes in residents' physical or emotional condition to the Wellbeing and Activities Coordinator, Home Manager and care staff
• Order and prepare supplies for upcoming activities as directed
• Build links with the local community (schools, spiritual groups, museums or libraries) to promote intergenerational activity

Skills

Communication skills

Wellbeing knowledge

Positive attitude

Activity planning

Job description

Avery Healthcare seeks a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant for Lavender Lodge Care Home. You will assist the Wellbeing Coordinator in planning and delivering activities to support residents’ physical, cognitive, and social wellbeing, while maintaining a safe environment and promoting the home’s professional image.

Ideal candidates have experience with older people in dementia care settings, hold a DBS check, and can prove eligibility to work in the UK.