Full-Time

Wellbeing Advisor

Retirement Villages Group

Retirement Villages Group

51-200 employees

Operators of housing-with-care retirement communities

No salary listed

Berkhamsted, UK

In Person

Training may take place at other sites around the UK.

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Required Skills
CPR
First Aid

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Requirements
  • The role is subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure, references, medical clearance, and right-to-work clearance in the United Kingdom.
  • Proven experience as an emergency responder, emergency medical technician, or similar role is preferred.
  • Experience or knowledge of primary care and referral to primary care is required.
  • Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid is required.
  • The candidate must hold an emergency first aid at work qualification and be able to get to the floor unaided and unassisted.
  • The candidate must be confident and effective in carrying and deploying equipment throughout the village, administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and dealing with choking incidents using effective back blows.
  • The candidate must be able to use specialist equipment, including a defibrillator and evacuation or lifting chair.
  • The candidate must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • The candidate must remain calm and composed during stressful situations.
  • The candidate must demonstrate empathy and understanding of the needs of elderly residents.
  • The candidate must have the physical ability to respond quickly to emergencies and assist residents as needed.
  • The candidate must be willing to attend training, potentially at other sites around the United Kingdom.
  • The candidate must be able to speak English clearly.
Responsibilities
  • Respond promptly to emergency calls within the retirement village.
  • Assess the nature of emergencies and provide appropriate assistance.
  • Administer first aid and basic medical care when necessary.
  • Ensure residents and team members know how to use the emergency call system.
  • Carry out wellbeing baseline assessments before new residents move in to ensure they can live independently and safely in the village.
  • Improve residents’ overall wellbeing by providing information and awareness sessions about key health issues for people over 55 and promoting self-help groups.
  • Coordinate with emergency services, including the police, fire department, and ambulance service, as required.
  • Communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff during emergency situations.
  • Support wider village team members with specialist wellbeing knowledge to promote healthy, heart-smart menus and general healthy-eating programs.
  • Maintain accurate records of incidents and actions taken.
  • Provide moral and emotional support to residents.
Desired Qualifications
  • A full first aid training certificate is preferred.
  • A Disclosure and Barring Service check on the update service is preferred.
  • The employer may provide first-aid training and a Disclosure and Barring Service check for the right candidate.
Retirement Villages Group

Retirement Villages Group

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Retirement Villages Group develops and operates housing-with-care communities for older people in the UK. It creates self-contained homes within larger, connected communities that offer access to local services and activities, aiming to support independent living with care options as needed. The product is a mix of residential housing and on-site wellbeing and care services designed to enable residents to live independently for longer while staying part of a community. The company differentiates itself by a long history (since 1981) as a dedicated developer and operator, a presence across 16 sites with plans to expand to 40 sites and 5,000 homes, and backing by BNP Paribas Asset Management Alts for long-term sustainable investment. Its goal is to provide positive life choices for older people through community, wellbeing, and flexibility, while benefiting the planet and the healthcare system for future generations.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$151.8M

Headquarters

United Kingdom

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • ALUNA launched in March 2026 at Botanical Place and The Wyldewoods.
  • Yarrow opened at Botanical Place in December 2025, proving public restaurant demand.
  • RVG's August 2026 updates on Paramount Place and The Willowbury show active rollout.

What critics are saying

  • Tim Seddon replaced Will Bax in July 2024, resetting leadership during expansion.
  • Thomas Karlsson joined in June 2024, and 2026 openings demand flawless execution.
  • RVG's £2 billion, 40-site pipeline needs planning approvals, occupancy, and capital discipline.

What makes Retirement Villages Group unique

  • RVG's Thrive Living combines retirement housing, public restaurants, and wellbeing clubs.
  • Paramount Place and The Willowbury open Yarrow and ALUNA to residents and locals.
  • AXA-backed RVG operates 16 sites and 2,000 homes, supporting nationwide delivery.

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Company News

Retirement Villages Group
Aug 20th, 2026
Yarrow arrives at Paramount Place & The Willowbury this autumn.

Yarrow arrives at Paramount Place & The Willowbury this autumn. Retirement Villages Group's Paramount Place in Tunbridge Wells and The Willowbury in West Malling will each welcome a Yarrow restaurant, open to residents and the local community alike. Two new dining destinations are coming to Kent this autumn, as Retirement Villages Group (RVG) prepares to open Yarrow, a modern British restaurant, at The Willowbury in West Malling and Paramount Place in Tunbridge Wells, as part of its Thrive Living Collection. Yarrow arrives in Kent. Launching alongside both villages this autumn, the restaurants will bring a warm and sociable dining experience to each site, with a bar, restaurant and terrace offering seating for close to 70 people. Both are designed as a natural extension of their local high streets - places for residents, neighbours and visitors to meet, eat and spend time together. Rooted in the spirit of modern British dining, Yarrow will offer a seasonal, carefully curated menu that celebrates quality ingredients and thoughtful flavours. Building on the success of Yarrow at RVG's flagship Thrive Living community, Botanical Place in West Byfleet, the restaurants at Paramount Place and The Willowbury will bring the same approach to Kent - from café service to brunch, Sunday lunch and tasting menus. Spaces designed to bring people together. As with all Thrive Living communities, The Willowbury and Paramount Place have been purposefully designed to foster connection with the areas around them, from shared dining and social spaces to integrated wellbeing facilities including ALUNA, a new wellbeing suite available across Thrive Living communities and also accessible to the public. More information on ALUNA will be revealed soon. Chris Burdett, Head of F&B Operations at Retirement Villages Group, comments: "Retirement Villages Group is incredibly excited to be launching Yarrow at both The Willowbury and Paramount Place, marking not just the opening of two restaurants but the start of a new social destination for each area. As with all its hospitality offerings, the focus is on exceptional quality with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, in a setting that feels relaxed and easy to walk into. "We can't wait to see residents and the local community enjoying these spaces together. Thrive Living is about our villages being genuinely part of the neighbourhoods they sit in, and we're proud that both restaurants will be open to everyone from day one." Further details will be shared ahead of the openings this autumn. Whether you're a resident, neighbour or visitor, Retirement Villages Group'd love to welcome you. Stay tuned for opening dates and exclusive launch announcements. 20 Aug 2026 Join its community. Real stories from residents, practical guidance for planning your move, and a first look at events near you. Straight to your inbox, once a month.

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Aug 7th, 2026
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Housing Today
Aug 22nd, 2024
Retirement Villages Group hires former cruise ship company boss as COO

RVG, which operates 2000 self-contained homes from 16 sites across the country, has announced the appointment of Thomas Karlsson, who will join the group's executive team.

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Jul 15th, 2024
Will Bax to step down as CEO of Retirement Villages Group

Retirement Villages Group (RVG) chief executive officer Will Bax will step down from his role after five years leading the company.

World Construction Network
Mar 27th, 2024
McAleer & Rushe to build community in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Retirement Villages Group (RVG) has selected McAleer & Rushe to deliver its integrated retirement community in Royal Tunbridge Wells, England, UK.