Wellbeing And Activities Assistant - Sonning

Avery Healthcare Group; Sonning; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS check funded by employer

Proof of eligibility to work in the UK

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant for Sonning Gardens Care Home in Reading. You will support the Wellbeing Coordinator in delivering a wide range of activities to boost residents' physical, cognitive, and social well-being.

Join a caring team focused on creating meaningful lives together. DBS checks are required and the employer covers the cost, with proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Have effective communication skills, verbal and written.
• Demonstrate understanding of how interaction supports resident well-being.
• Have a positive attitude toward older people and motivate engaging activities.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a safe living and working environment, contributing to a positive home image.
• Reporting changes in residents' condition to the Wellbeing Coordinator, Home Manager, and care staff.
• Assisting with ordering and preparing supplies for upcoming activities.
• Establishing links with local community groups to promote intergenerational activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Job description

Wellbeing and Activities Assistant - Sonning

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 at Sonning Gardens Care Home in Reading.

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.

ABOUT YOU

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.

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: 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.