Dementia Care Manager

Avery Healthcare Group; Ottershaw; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a compassionate Dementia Care Manager to oversee the management of the Dementia Community. This role entails building strong relationships with residents and families while ensuring the delivery of quality care. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of three years' experience in a similar setting and knowledge of CQC standards. The position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall management of the Dementia Community.
• Ensure accurate care plans reflecting resident needs.
• Promote a culture that maximizes resident capabilities.

Skills

CQC standards knowledge

Compassionate care

Conflict management

Education

Industry-relevant qualifications

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. 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 to be responsible for the overall management of the Dementia Community, implementing and embedding the company’s dementia care strategy and managing resources within a given budget.

• 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.

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

Qualifications

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

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.

This role requires a DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK is also required.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline dependant on volume of applications received and business needs.