Wellbeing and Activities Assistant
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Bassett, SO16 7AG
Salary
£12.75
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
16 September 2026
16 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...
The Wellbeing and Activities Assistant role at Avery Healthcare involves supporting the Wellbeing Coordinator in offering a variety of activities to enhance residents' physical, cognitive, and social well-being. This position reports to changes in residents' conditions and helps maintain the home's positive image. Candidates should communicate effectively and understand the importance of social interaction for well-being. A positive attitude towards older people and a history of working in a dementia setting are necessary. A DBS check is required, with costs covered by Avery. It's a chance to make a meaningful impact daily.
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 a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant at Southampton Manor Care Home in Hampshire. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!
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 responsibilitieswillinclude
- Maintaininga safe living and working environment,contributing to the positive and professional image of thehome.
- Reportingany changes in residents physical oremotional 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.
- Demonstrateunderstanding of the role interaction plays in the general well-being of people.
- Have apositive attitude toward older people and acommitment 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 depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Avery Healthcare is not just a leading provider of luxury elderly care homes in the UK but a place where its employees love to work. They prioritize enriching the later years of life for their residents and staff by creating meaningful experiences under their vision of 'creating meaningful lives together.' Avery is passionate about providing exceptional care across their network of over 100 homes. They focus on fostering a supportive and inspiring work environment, where employees feel valued and empowered. This approach has made them a preferred choice for both residents and team members.
Qualifications
Essential
- Our ideal candidate must: 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
27 August 2026
Last checked
28 August 2026
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