About this role
Job summary At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were 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, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant at Ashurst Mews Care Home in Moulton, Northampton. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! 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.
Main duties of the job The Wellbeing and Activities Assistant role at Avery Healthcare is centered on aiding the Wellbeing Coordinator to offer a variety of activities aimed at enhancing the physical, cognitive, and social well-being of residents. The position requires maintaining a safe living environment, supporting staff in reporting resident health changes, and assisting in procurement and preparation of activity supplies. The successful candidate will help build connections with the community to foster a sense of inclusion and interaction for residents. Effective communication skills, an understanding of the importance of interaction in wellbeing, and a positive mindset toward caring for the elderly are essential. A history of working with older adults in residential dementia care settings is preferable, and applicants must embody the values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability. Avery encourages growth and development, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment.
About us Avery Healthcare is recognized as one of the UK's premier providers of luxury elderly care homes, placing a strong emphasis on enriching the later years of life for its residents. With a commitment to creating meaningful experiences, Avery fosters a culture where both residents and staff thrive. The company's mission is grounded in 'creating meaningful lives together,' which is reflected in the exceptional care provided across its growing network of over 100 homes. Avery is known for its dedication to valuing and empowering employees, establishing it as a preferred choice for those seeking a supportive and inspiring work atmosphere. Their vision extends beyond resident care, aiming to build a fulfilling environment where team members feel appreciated every day, ensuring they carry forward the core values of respect, compassion, and mutual commitment to excellence.
Job description Job responsibilities 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 were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were 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, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as aWellbeing and Activities Assistant at Ashurst Mews Care Home in Moulton, Northampton. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Wellbeing and Activities Assistant, your focus will be tosupportthe Wellbeing Coordinator in providing a wide range of activities to engage and stimulate the resident's physical, cognitive, and social well-being.
Other responsibilitieswillinclude:
Maintaininga safe living and working environment,contributing to the positive and professional image of thehome. 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 candidatemust:
Have effective communication skills, verbal andwritten. 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, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Effective communication skills, understanding of interactive roles in well-being, positive attitude towards older people, commitment to quality activities, experience with dementia care required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address Avery Healthcare
Moulton
NN3 7RQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)