Dementia Care Manager

Signature Senior Lifestyle; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury care provider in London seeks a Dementia Care Manager to lead their Dementia Community. You will ensure residents live with dignity and joy while meeting CQC standards. The role demands substantial experience in dementia care and strong leadership skills. You will oversee care assessments, manage resources, and inspire your team to provide top-notch care.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in supporting people with dementia.
• At least three years in a similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of CQC standards and the UK health and social care landscape.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the team to deliver exceptional dementia care.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards.
• Manage budgets, staffing levels, and resources.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of CQC standards

Compassion

Education

Relevant industry qualifications

Job description

Overview

At Signature, we pride ourselves on “Delivering peace of mind” — for our residents, their families, and our team members. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to provide exceptional care, delivered by compassionate people, in the highest quality homes.

We are now seeking an experienced and passionate Dementia Care Manager to lead our Dementia Community, ensuring our residents live with dignity, purpose, and joy in a supportive, luxury environment.

Responsibilities

As Dementia Care Manager, you will play a vital role in shaping the lives of our residents and their families. You’ll lead your team in embedding Signature’s Dementia Strategy, ensuring the very best standards in care, environment, engagement, dining, and end-of-life support.

• Carry out care assessments for new residents, ensuring our home can fully meet their individual needs.
• Build strong, caring relationships with residents and families, acting as a trusted advocate.
• Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional dementia care, providing guidance, supervision, and professional development.
• Work closely with our activities and hospitality teams to create meaningful experiences and a premium dining culture.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards, quality frameworks, and governance requirements.
• Manage budgets, staffing levels, and resources to ensure efficient, person-centred services.
• Monitor care plans, audits, and reviews, ensuring excellence in every aspect of our dementia community.

Qualifications

We’re looking for an inspiring leader with a deep understanding of dementia care. You’ll bring:

• Substantial experience in supporting people with dementia and at least three years in a similar leadership role.
• A strong knowledge of CQC standards and the UK health and social care landscape.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, compassionate attitude, with the ability to motivate and nurture your team.
• Relevant industry qualifications and a commitment to continuous professional development.