Wellbeing and Activities Assistant
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Acomb, YO26 5RN
Salary
£12.72
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
8 September 2026
8 days left
Job 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 an...
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. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, reporting changes in residents conditions, supporting with supplies for activities, and establishing community links. The role requires living the values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable. Ideal candidates will have effective communication skills, understanding of interaction's role in well-being, a positive attitude toward older people, and experience in a residential nursing Dementia setting. This position is at Amarna House Care Home in Acomb, York.
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 Amarna House Care Home in Acomb, York. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!
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.
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.
At Avery Healthcare, we support the people who care for our residents, celebrating and supporting them every step of the way. Our teams make a positive impact on residents lives, and we provide a caring, supportive environment with opportunities to grow. We value respect, compassion, and exceptional care. Avery is a provider of luxury elderly care homes, committed to making later years as enriching as any other. We offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, fostering a supportive and inspiring environment for employees.
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.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
20 August 2026
Last checked
24 August 2026
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