About this role
Job summary Shift details; Varied Days, Some Weekends 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 Derby Heights Care Home in Derby. 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. Other responsibili
Main duties of the job As a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant at Avery Healthcare, you'll focus on supporting the Wellbeing Coordinator in delivering a variety of activities to enrich residents' physical, cognitive, and social well-being. Your responsibilities will include maintaining a safe environment, reporting any changes in residents' conditions, supporting with ordering and preparing supplies for activities, and building community links to encourage social interaction. Avery Healthcare values respect, compassion, and exceptional care, and seeks individuals who embody these values. Ideal candidates will have effective communication skills, understand the importance of interaction in well-being, and have a positive attitude toward older people. Prior experience with older people in a residential or dementia setting is essential. The role requires a compassionate, dedicated individual to join the close-knit team and contribute to creating meaningful lives for Avery residents. This opportunity offers a supportive environment with chances for growth and development in your career.
About us Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, known for creating meaningful experiences for both residents and staff. With a vision of "creating meaningful lives together," Avery offers exceptional care across its extensive network of over 100 homes. The organisation is passionate about providing enriching experiences for its residents in their later years of life, and is equally dedicated to ensuring that its work environment is supportive and inspiring for employees. Avery values its staff and strives to create an environment where team members feel valued and empowered every day. The commitment to providing high-quality care stems from the belief that every year of life should be as fulfilling and enriching as any other. By fostering a culture of respect, compassion, and high standards, Avery has established itself as a preferred choice for both residents seeking outstanding care and professionals seeking a rewarding workplace.
Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:
Shift details; Varied Days, Some Weekends
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 Derby Heights Care Home in Derby. 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
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.
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
Littleover
DE23 4BU
Employer's website https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)