Wellbeing & Activities Assistant – Elder Care (Flexible Hours)

Lovett Care Limited; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

5.6 weeks annual leave

Paid DBS

Uniform provided

Paid training

Refer a friend scheme

Induction programme

Qualifications support

Competitive pay

Cycle to work

Employee recognition

Travel plan

EarlyPay

Job summary

Lovett Care Limited in Harrogate is seeking a kind, enthusiastic Wellbeing Assistant to support a vibrant activity programme for older residents. You will contribute to the Wellbeing Coordinator’s plan, help deliver daily activities, and promote a caring, inclusive culture across the home.

This 25-hour contract offers an hourly rate of £13.25, with shifts 10:00–15:00 or 11:00–16:00 and some weekend work. You'll work with a warm team, receive paid DBS and training, and have opportunities to

Qualifications

• Experience of working with older people is essential.
• Experience delivering an activity programme is essential.
• Ability to assess, plan and evaluate activity needs.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritise and handle emergency situations effectively.
• Be creative, imaginative and enthusiastic and have the ability to forward plan.

Responsibilities

• Create ongoing weekly activity programmes to stimulate residents’ physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
• Deliver an innovative programme so residents can achieve extraordinary things within their capabilities.
• Motivate and guide other staff to incorporate wellbeing into their roles with support from the Wellbeing Coordinator.
• Be familiar with each resident’s life story and Wellbeing plan and contribute to its regular review.
• Ensure up-to-date risk assessments are in place for events and activities in liaison with the Wellbeing Coordinator.
• Understand the needs of residents with varying conditions in the home.
• Promote safeguarding and welfare of adults in contact with the post holder.

Skills

Experience with older people

Activity programme delivery

Assess/plan/evaluate activities

Teamwork

Communication skills

Prioritise emergencies

Creative forward planning

Job description

Lovett Care Limited in Harrogate is seeking a kind, enthusiastic Wellbeing Assistant to support a vibrant activity programme for older residents. You will contribute to the Wellbeing Coordinator’s plan, help deliver daily activities, and promote a caring, inclusive culture across the home.

This 25-hour contract offers an hourly rate of £13.25, with shifts 10:00–15:00 or 11:00–16:00 and some weekend work. You'll work with a warm team, receive paid DBS and training, and have opportunities to