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Wellbeing and Activities AssistantNHS

Kingswood, BS15 4JW Permanent £12.72
Posted 6 November 2026 Closing date 26 November 2026
Checked 32 hours ago · still listed on NHS Jobs Closes in 18 days · 26 Nov 2026
Keynsham Rail Station (3.0 miles, direct) Oldland (Avon Valley Railway) (1.5 miles, direct) Broad Quay (8.0 miles, direct)

Job summary

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 Avon Valley Care Home in Bristol. 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 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 will 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. 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Wellbeing and Activities Assistant at Avery Healthcare, your role involves working closely with the Wellbeing Coordinator to provide engaging and stimulating activities for residents. Your main focus will be on supporting the physical, cognitive, and social well-being of the residents. This includes maintaining a safe and positive living environment, reporting changes in residents' conditions, and assisting in preparing supplies for activities. You will also help establish connections with the local community to encourage access to wider social opportunities. Successful candidates should embrace core values of caring, supporting, honesty, respect, and accountability. Effective communication skills, a positive attitude towards older people, and experience working in a residential nursing dementia setting are essential. Avery Healthcare facilitates a supportive working environment where you can grow and develop in your career.

Job description

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 Avon Valley Care Home in Bristol.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.

About us

Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, dedicated to supporting its team and providing exceptional care. The organisation fosters a culture that values respect, compassion, and commitment to outstanding care, viewing later years of life as enriching and meaningful. With a vision of creating meaningful lives together, Avery Healthcare offers an inspiring environment across its 100+ care homes, where employees feel valued and empowered. Offering supportive and enriching environments, the organisation supports personal and professional growth, ensuring that both residents and team members experience fulfilling life experiences. Avery is recognized for its commitment to creating exceptional experiences for residents and its team, valuing and supporting each individual's growth and empowerment within the care community.

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