NHS

Wellbeing and Activities Assistant


PayCompetitive
LocationSheffield/England
Employment typePart-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: L0034-25-2005?language=en&page=506&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      As a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant at Avery Healthcare, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents. Your focus will be to support the Wellbeing Coordinator in providing a wide range of activities that engage and stimulate the residents' physical, cognitive, and social well-being. You will be part of a dedicated team committed to creating meaningful experiences for our residents.

      Main duties of the job

      The Wellbeing and Activities Assistant is responsible for supporting the Wellbeing Coordinator in delivering a diverse range of activities that promote the overall well-being of our residents. Key responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, reporting any changes in residents' conditions, ordering and preparing supplies for activities, and establishing links with the local community to encourage intergenerational interactions.

      About us

      Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes. We are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and employees alike, with a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together'. Our growing network of over 100 homes offers exceptional care in a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered.

      Details

      Date posted

      01 June 2025

      Pay scheme

      Other

      Salary

      £12.22 an hour

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Part-time

      Reference number

      1313086126

      Job locations

      Avery Healthcare

      Sheffield

      S6 4TF


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      Package Description:

      Shift Details: 2 days 9.30 till 5.30 pm, 1 day 9.30 till 6 pm, 1 day 11.30 till 8.00 pm & 1 weekend in three

      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.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.

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      Package Description:

      Shift Details: 2 days 9.30 till 5.30 pm, 1 day 9.30 till 6 pm, 1 day 11.30 till 8.00 pm & 1 weekend in three

      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.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

      • To succeed in this role, you should have effective communication skills, a demonstrated understanding of the role of interaction in the well-being of older adults, a positive attitude towards older people, and a commitment to providing stimulating and quality activities. Previous experience working with older people in a residential nursing or dementia setting is preferred.
      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • To succeed in this role, you should have effective communication skills, a demonstrated understanding of the role of interaction in the well-being of older adults, a positive attitude towards older people, and a commitment to providing stimulating and quality activities. Previous experience working with older people in a residential nursing or dementia setting is preferred.

      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

      Sheffield

      S6 4TF


      Employer's website

      https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

      Address

      Avery Healthcare

      Sheffield

      S6 4TF


      Employer's website

      https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  • About the company

      National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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