Package Description
At Avery Healthcare, we support the people who care for our residents. We recognize the hard work of our teams and aim to celebrate and support you every step of the way. By joining us, you'll make a positive impact on residents' lives daily through your compassion and dedication. We are committed to fostering a caring, supportive environment with opportunities for growth and development throughout your career. 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 right place for you, we'd love to hear from you!
Role Overview
As a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant, your focus will be to support the Wellbeing Coordinator in delivering a variety of activities that promote the physical, cognitive, and social well-being of residents. Your 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 care staff.
* Supporting with ordering and preparing supplies for activities.
* Establishing links with the local community (e.g., schools, spiritual groups, museums/libraries) to encourage community access and promote intergenerational activities.
To succeed, you will embody our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability.
Candidate Requirements
* Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
* An understanding of the role of interaction in the well-being of individuals.
* A positive attitude towards older people and a commitment to providing stimulating activities and social events.
* Previous experience working with older people in a residential or nursing dementia setting.
Additional Information
At Avery, we are not just one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes—we are a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and we are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and team members alike. Our vision is "creating meaningful lives together." We offer exceptional care across over 100 homes, fostering a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered daily.
Please note, 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.
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