Wellbeing and Activities Assistant - Bank

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.; South Derbyshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. is seeking a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant on a Bank basis at Silvermere Care Home in Cobham. The role involves delivering engaging activities to support residents’ physical, cognitive, and social well-being in a safe environment.

You will assist the Wellbeing Coordinator, with DBS checks required and proof of eligibility to work in the UK. Experience with older people in a dementia setting is preferred, and you will join a warm, dedicated team at Avery’s Cobham

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
• Understanding of how interaction contributes to well-being.
• Positive attitude toward older people and commitment to stimulating activities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal and written

Understanding role of interaction in?

Positive attitude toward older people

Job description

Wellbeing and Activities Assistant - Bank

Package Description: Shift Details: 9 am to 5.30 pm

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 Silvermere Care Home in Cobham.

Main duties of the job

The Wellbeing and Activities Assistant - Bank position at Avery Healthcare's Silvermere Care Home in Cobham involves supporting the Wellbeing Coordinator in providing a range of activities to engage residents’ physical, cognitive, and social well-being. The role requires maintaining a safe environment, reporting changes in residents' conditions, supporting supply preparations, and establishing community links. Ideal candidates should exhibit effective communication skills, understanding of interaction's role in well-being, a positive attitude toward older people, and experience working with older people in a dementia setting. A DBS check will be required, and applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

About us

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK’s largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, offering enriching later life experiences for residents and staff. Their vision, "creating meaningful lives together," focuses on exceptional care across over 100 homes in a supportive environment where employees feel valued. Avery supports career growth and development in a compassionate setting, fostering a culture of respect and commitment to high-quality care. Employees are empowered and appreciated, making Avery a preferred choice for both residents and team members. Join to experience a fulfilling career while enhancing residents well-being.

Job responsibilities

• 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.

• 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:

• ADBS 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.