Wellbeing and Activities Assistant

Avery Healthcare Group; Burley-in-Wharfedale; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading elderly care provider in Burley-in-Wharfedale is seeking a dedicated Wellbeing and Activities Assistant. In this role, you will support the Wellbeing Coordinator by providing engaging activities that enhance residents' overall well-being. You will also ensure a professional environment, report changes in residents' conditions, and facilitate community interactions. Ideal candidates will have great communication skills, a positive attitude toward the elderly, and relevant experience in dementia care. This full-time position offers an opportunity to make a real difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
• Understanding of role interaction for the well-being of people.
• Positive attitude toward older people and commitment to quality activities.
• Experience working in a residential nursing Dementia setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the Wellbeing Coordinator in engaging and stimulating activities.
• Maintain a safe living and working environment.
• Report changes in residents’ conditions to appropriate staff.
• Order and prepare supplies for activities as required.
• Build links with the local community for intergenerational activities.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Understanding of role interaction for well-being

Positive attitude toward older people

Experience in residential nursing Dementia setting

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 we’re here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.

When you join us, you’ll be making a positive impact on residents’ lives every day – your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We’re 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‑kitted team, you’ll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.

We’re now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award‑winning team as a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant at Greenholme House Care Home in Burley in Wharfedale. If this sounds like the place for you, we’d 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 shall include:

• Maintaining a safe living and working environment, contributing to the positive and professional image of the home.
• 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.

• 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.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, we’re not just one of the UK’s largest providers of luxury elderly care homes – we’re a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and we’re 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:

• A DBS 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.

Job Details

• Job Reference averyhealthcare/TP/656/3987
• Contract Type Permanent
• Closing Date 05 February, 2026
• Business Unit Avery
• Location Greenholme House Care Home, Summer Court, Ilkley Burley in Wharfedale, United Kingdom