Wellbeing and Activities Assistant

Avery Healthcare; Epsom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant, where your compassion and dedication will positively impact the lives of residents. This role involves supporting engaging activities that promote physical, cognitive, and social well-being. You will work closely with the Wellbeing Coordinator, ensuring a safe environment and fostering community links for intergenerational activities. Embrace the opportunity to enrich lives in a supportive and empowering environment, making a meaningful difference every day.

Benefits

DBS Disclosure check paid for by employer

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Experience working with older adults in a residential or dementia care setting.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Wellbeing Coordinator in delivering activities.
• Maintain a safe environment and contribute to the home's professional image.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Engagement with Older Adults

Job description

At Avery Healthcare, we are committed to supporting our care teams and celebrating their dedication. Joining us means making a positive impact on residents' lives through compassion and commitment.

We are looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant. If this resonates with you, we would love to hear from you!

About the Role

As a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant, you will support the Wellbeing Coordinator in delivering activities that promote residents' physical, cognitive, and social well-being. Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining a safe environment and contributing to the professional image of the home.
• Reporting changes in residents' physical or emotional conditions.
• Supporting with supplies for activities.
• Establishing links with the local community to promote intergenerational activities.

About You

To succeed, you should embody our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability. Our ideal candidate will:

• Have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Have a positive attitude towards older people and a commitment to engaging activities.
• Experience working with older adults in a residential or dementia care setting.

About Avery

At Avery, we are one of the UK’s leading providers of luxury elderly care homes, dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents and staff. Our vision is "creating meaningful lives together," and we operate over 100 homes across the country, fostering a supportive environment where employees are valued and empowered.

Please note, this role requires:

• A DBS Disclosure check, paid for by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn before the deadline depending on application volume and business needs.