Wellbeing and Activities Assistant - Bank

Avery Healthcare Group; Redhill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant - Bank for Greensand House Care Home in Redhill. You will support the Wellbeing Coordinator in delivering activities that engage residents and promote wellbeing, with a focus on safety and quality of life.

The role requires effective communication, a caring attitude toward older people, and prior experience in dementia settings is desirable. DBS check will be arranged by Avery Healthcare.

Qualifications

• Have effective communication skills, verbal and written.
• Demonstrate understanding of how interaction affects wellbeing.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward older people and a commitment to providing stimulating activities.
• Have previously worked with older people in a residential dementia setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe living and working environment, contributing to a positive image of the home.
• Report changes in residents' physical or emotional condition to the Wellbeing Coordinator, Home Manager, and care staff.
• Assist with ordering and preparing supplies for upcoming activities as directed.
• Establish links with the local community (e.g., schools, spiritual groups, museums/libraries) to promote intergenerational activity.

Skills

Effective communication

Written communication

Empathy toward older adults

Dementia care experience

Job 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 - Bank at Greensand House Care Home in Redhill.

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.

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.

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.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline dependant on volume of applications received and business needs.