Wellbeing and Activities Assistant

Avery Healthcare Group; Patchetts Green; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK seeks a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant to support resident engagement through activities, ensuring their well-being. Ideal candidates should have effective communication skills and a positive attitude towards older individuals. Join a dedicated team committed to enriching residents' lives in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with older people in a residential nursing dementia setting.
• Commitment to providing stimulating activities and social events.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Support the Wellbeing Coordinator with a range of activities.
• Maintain a safe living and working environment.
• Report changes in resident conditions to the appropriate staff.
• Assist with supplies for activities.
• Establish community links for intergenerational activity.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Positive attitude toward older people

Understanding role interaction in well-being

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 residents' physical, cognitive, and social well-being.
• Maintain a safe living and working environment, contributing to the positive and professional image of the home.
• Report any changes in residents' physical or emotional condition to the Wellbeing and Activity Coordinator, Home Manager, and the care staff.
• Support with ordering and preparing supplies for upcoming activities as directed.
• Support establishing links with the local community (e.g., schools, spiritual groups, museums/libraries) to encourage access to the wider community and promote intergenerational activity.
• Live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in everything you do.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
• Understanding of how role interaction plays in the general well-being of people.
• Positive attitude toward older people and a commitment to providing stimulating, quality activities and social events.
• Previous experience with older people in a residential nursing dementia setting.

Additional Information

• 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.
• 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.
• This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.