Wellbeing and Activities Assistant

Avery Healthcare; Acomb; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS check funded

Care home environment

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Wellbeing and Activities Assistant for Amarna House Care Home in Acomb, York. You will assist the Wellbeing Coordinator to plan and deliver a varied programme of activities that support residents' physical, cognitive, and social well-being.

You will join a caring team, uphold values of respect and compassion, and contribute to a culture that recognises the importance of meaningful, engaging activities for older adults. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Clear communication, both verbal and written.
• Ability to engage residents in activities that support well-being.
• Compassionate approach to elder care and social interaction.

Responsibilities

• Support the Wellbeing Coordinator with planning and delivering a wide range of activities.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming environment within the home.
• Report changes in residents' physical or emotional condition to care staff.
• Establish links with local community groups to promote intergenerational activity.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Job description

Package Description

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and we’re here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.

Package Description

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and we’re here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.

When you join us, you’ll be making a positive impact on residents’ lives every day – your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We’re committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, you’ll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.

We’re now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant at Amarna House Care Home in Acomb, York. If this sounds like the place for you, we’d love to hear from you!

About The Role

As Wellbeing and Activities Assistant, your focus will be to support the Wellbeing Coordinator in providing a wide range of activities to engage and stimulate the resident's physical, cognitive, and social well-being.

Other Responsibilities Will Include

• Maintaining a safe living and working environment, contributing to the positive and professional image of the home.


• Reporting any changes in residents’ physical or emotional condition to the Wellbeing and Activity Coordinator, Home Manager, and the care staff.


• Supporting with ordering and preparing supplies for upcoming activities as directed.


• Supporting establishing links with the local community (e.g., schools, spiritual groups, museums/libraries) to encourage access to the wider community and promote intergenerational activity.

About You

To succeed in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in everything you do.

Our Ideal Candidate Must

• Have effective communication skills, verbal and written.


• Demonstrate understanding of the role interaction plays in the general well-being of people.


• Have a positive attitude toward older people and a commitment to providing stimulating, quality activities and social events.


• Have previously worked with older people in a residential nursing Dementia setting.

About Avery

At Avery, we’re not just one of the UK’s largest providers of luxury elderly care homes – we’re a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and we’re passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of \"creating meaningful lives together,\" we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please Note This Role Will Require

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.


• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.