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 Amarna House Care Home in Acomb, York. 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 responsibilities will inc
Main duties of the job
At Avery Healthcare, we are committed to supporting the people who care for our residents. We value respect, compassion, and dedication, and aim to create a caring, supportive environment for everyone. As a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant, you will be crucial in making a positive impact on residents lives. Supporting the Wellbeing Coordinator, your role will involve delivering a wide range of activities to engage and stimulate the residents. You will also help maintain a safe living environment, report any changes in residents conditions, and assist in establishing community links. Effective communication skills and a positive attitude towards older people are essential qualifications for this role. A DBS check is required, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK is necessary. The role is based at Amarna House Care Home in Acomb, York, and offers a permanent position.
About us
Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs leading providers of luxury elderly care homes, passionate about creating meaningful experiences for both residents and staff. With over 100 homes in its network, Avery is dedicated to providing exceptional care that enriches the later years of life. The organisation values building a supportive, inspiring environment where employees are valued and empowered. Avery is committed to delivering quality care and fostering a culture that prioritizes respect, compassion, and collaboration. With its vision of 'creating meaningful lives together,' Avery aims to be the preferred choice for residents and staff alike, continuously offering opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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 now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as aWellbeing and Activities Assistant at Amarna House Care Home in Acomb, York.
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
- To be successful in this role, you will need effective communication skills, both verbal and written. An understanding of the role interaction plays in the general well-being of people is necessary. You should have a positive attitude toward older people and commit to providing stimulating activities and social events. Previous experience working with older people in a residential nursing Dementia setting is required. Additionally, you must embody the values of being caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in your daily responsibilities.
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
Acomb
YO26 5RN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)