Dementia Care Manager

Avery Healthcare Group; Chipping Barnet; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Dementia Care Manager for Barnet Grange Care Home in Barnet. The role focuses on managing the dementia community, embedding the company’s dementia care strategy, and efficiently handling resources within budget.

You will ensure accurate care plans and advocate for residents while liaising with families. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of relevant experience, a solid understanding of CQC standards, and knowledge of the UK health and social care market.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role.
• Comprehensive understanding of CQC standards and requirements.
• Knowledge of care services businesses and the UK health and social care market.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall Dementia Community and implement the dementia care strategy within budget.
• Ensure person-centred care plans reflect needs and preferences.
• Build trusting relationships with residents and families; advocate for residents’ best interests.
• Collaborate with Activities Team to develop meaningful activities for residents with Dementia.
• Promote independence and maximise residents’ quality of life.

Skills

Dementia care experience

CQC knowledge

UK health and social care market

Budget management

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-knit 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 Dementia Care Manager at Barnet Grange Care Home in Barnet. If this sounds like the place for you, we’d love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Dementia Care Manager will be tobe responsible for the overall management of the Dementia Community, implementing and embedding thecompany’s dementia care strategy and managing resources within a given budget .

Other responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring that the plan care day is accurate and reflected in the care needs summary and that the resident/relative identifies needs and preferences. Ensure all information is integrated into a person-centred care plan.
• Building caring relationships with residents and families, liaising with them sensitively and appropriately. Act as an advocate for the residents' best interests, appropriately managing conflict.
• Working closely with the Activities Team to ensure the development of meaningful activities for residents with Dementia. Support and set expectations for the care team's participation in these activities.
• Promoting a culture that enables residents to maximise their capabilities, optimising their independence and enhancing their quality of life.

ABOUT YOU

To succeed in your application, you must live our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability in all you do.

Our ideal candidate must have:

• A minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role, working within a fast-paced environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of CQC standards and requirements.
• Knowledge of care services businesses and the UK health and social care market.

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.

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• Job Reference averyhealthcare/TP/215838/6759
• Contract Type Full Time
• Closing Date 15 October, 2026
• Job Category Home Management
• Business Unit Avery
• Location Barnet Grange Care Home, 59 Wood Street, Barnet, United Kingdom