Wellbeing and Activities Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Esher; 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 make a positive impact on residents' lives. In this role, you will support the Wellbeing Coordinator in delivering stimulating activities that engage residents' physical, cognitive, and social well-being. You will work in a supportive environment that values respect and compassion, contributing to a culture of exceptional care. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a close-knit team while making meaningful contributions to the lives of older individuals.

Benefits

DBS Disclosure check covered

Opportunities for growth and development

Supportive work environment

Engaging community activities

Qualifications

• Embodies values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability.
• Previous experience working with older people in a care setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the Wellbeing Coordinator in delivering engaging activities.
• Maintain a safe living environment and report changes in residents' conditions.
• Establish links with the local community for intergenerational activities.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Positive attitude towards older people

Experience in residential or dementia care

Understanding of interaction promoting well-being

Job description

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we support those who care for our residents. We recognize the hard work of our teams and aim to celebrate and support you. By joining us, you'll make a positive impact on residents' lives through your compassion and dedication. We are committed to your growth in a caring environment, offering opportunities to learn and develop. As part of our close-knit team, you'll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. We are currently seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant. If this sounds like the place for you, we’d love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant, your role will be to support the Wellbeing Coordinator in delivering a variety of activities aimed at engaging and stimulating residents' physical, cognitive, and social well-being.

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining a safe living and working environment, contributing to the positive image of the home.
• Reporting any changes in residents’ physical or emotional conditions to the Wellbeing and Activities Coordinator, Home Manager, and care staff.
• Assisting with ordering and preparing supplies for activities.
• Establishing links with the local community (e.g., schools, spiritual groups, museums/libraries) to promote access to the wider community and encourage intergenerational activities.

ABOUT YOU

Our ideal candidate will embody our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability in all actions.

You should:

• Have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Understand the importance of interaction in promoting well-being.
• Possess a positive attitude towards older people and a commitment to providing stimulating activities and social events.
• Have previous experience working with older people in a residential, nursing, or Dementia care setting.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, we are one of the UK’s largest providers of luxury elderly care homes. We believe that later years should be enriching and are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for residents and staff. Our vision, "creating meaningful lives together," guides us as we provide exceptional care across over 100 homes, fostering a supportive environment where employees are valued and empowered. Join us and discover why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note that this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be covered by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

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