Wellbeing and Activities Assistant
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Littleover, DE23 4BU
Salary
£12.72
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
15 September 2026
15 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 a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant at Avery Healthcare, your main responsibility is to support the Wellbeing Coordinator in offering a variety of activities aimed at engaging and stimulating residents' physical, cognitive, and social well-being. Your role includes maintaining a safe environment, reporting changes in residents' conditions, preparing supplies for activities, and fostering connections with the local community to encourage intergenerational activities. Its essential to have effective communication skills, a positive attitude toward older people, and previous experience working with older individuals in a residential nursing dementia setting.
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 Derby Heights Care Home in Littleover, Deby. 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.
Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's premier providers of elderly care homes, known for its luxury services and commitment to creating enriching experiences for both residents and employees. At Avery, the later years of life are viewed as an opportunity for growth and enrichment, with a focus on meaningful experiences. The organisation prides itself on a supportive and inspiring environment, promoting a culture where employees feel empowered and valued every day. Avery's dedication to exceptional care is reflected in its growing network of over 100 homes, emphasizing collaboration and shared goals.
Qualifications
Essential
- Have effective communication skills, demonstrated understanding of the role interaction plays in well-being, positive attitude toward older people, previous experience with older individuals in a residential nursing dementia setting.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
25 August 2026
Last checked
27 August 2026
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