Are you a compassionate and dedicated Wellbeing Worker seeking a fulfilling role? Auchlochan Garden Villages, in Lesmahagow, are looking for individuals like you to join our close-knit team.

Role summary

About the position

• To meet the wellbeing needs of people who use our service in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes independence
• To provide an environment where residents can feel safe and well and do more of what matters to them
• To help people to build personal resilience in self-managing their own health and wellbeing
• Respect and promote people’s rights to privacy, dignity and choice
• Work with people who use our service to ensure that there are a range of meaningful activities available that will support their wellbeing and engagement with the local and wider community
• Complete a “wellbeing assessment” with individuals to identify any additional support that may be needed and review this regularly
• Advise on areas such as health, diet, exercise and social isolation
• Help / signpost people to welfare benefits and income maximisation
• Respond to calls for assistance and help from people who use our service and staff members as required, taking necessary actions in line with the Schemes procedures in response to emergency situations
• Complete a daily telephone call or visit to all people who require this service, recording all relevant details and sharing any concerns with the care and wellbeing staff or home care team
• To record each visit to individual properties on relevant documentation. This must be done in line with the organisations confidentiality policy

What’s in it for you

• Enjoy enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
• Huge range of savings on big brands, with discounts and cashback offers
• Earn £250 through our Refer a Friend scheme
• 24 hour Telephone Employee Assistance Programme helpline
• Take advantage of opportunities for career advancement within our company
• Receive ongoing support to ensure you’re equipped with the necessary training to excel in your role
• Benefit from dedicated support from our enthusiastic Head Office and Regional Teams

What you’ll bring to the team

• Proficient in effective communication across all levels
• Demonstrates a sincere interest in working with our specific client group
• Successfully pass PVG screening
• Thrives as a collaborative team player
• While not mandatory, possession of an SVQ level 2 in care is highly desirable
• Demonstrate eagerness to engage in vocational training programs, continually enhancing skills and knowledge
• Display initiative and autonomy

How to apply

We kindly ask you to complete the application form provided below and then click the submit button to send us your details. We encourage all interested applicants to apply, regardless of whether you meet every single criterion outlined.

At Auchlochan Garden Village, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Your application is important to us, and we look forward to reviewing your submission.

Discover Auchlochan Garden Village 

Our stunning retirement village in Scotland offers a tranquil retirement community for over 55s. Set within 50 acres of beautiful grounds including a peaceful walled garden and our very own lochs. Auchlochan Garden Village offers a range of charming retirement living properties to rent near Lesmahagow, South Lanarkshire.