Dementia Care Manager

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.; Wollaton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Dementia Care Manager for Elstree View Care Home in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. You will lead the Dementia Community and implement the care strategy, managing resources within a budget.

The role focuses on accurate, person-centred care plans, building strong relationships with residents and families, and collaborating with the Activities Team to provide meaningful activities while promoting residents’ independence and quality of life.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage the Dementia Community and implement the dementia care strategy within budget.
• Ensure care plans are accurate, person-centred and reflect resident needs.
• Build caring relationships with residents and families; liaise with them respectfully.
• Work with Activities Team to develop meaningful activities and promote independence.
• Uphold values of care, honesty, respect and accountability.

Skills

Dementia care management

CQC standards knowledge

UK health and social care market

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 were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were 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, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Dementia Care Manager at Elstree View Care Home in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire.

Your focus as a Dementia Care Manager will be to be responsible for the overall management of the Dementia Community, implementing and embedding the companys 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

Main duties of the job

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Dementia Care Manager for Elstree View Care Home in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. The role involves managing the Dementia Community, implementing and embedding the company's dementia care strategy, and managing resources within a budget. Responsibilities include ensuring care plans are accurate and person-centred, building caring relationships with residents and families, working closely with the Activities Team to develop meaningful activities, and promoting a culture that enhances residents' independence and quality of life. Candidates must embody values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability, and hold a minimum of three years' experience in a similar role, comprehensive understanding of CQC standards, industry-relevant qualifications, and knowledge of the UK health and social care market. A DBS check is required, provided by Avery Healthcare.

About us

Avery Healthcare is a major provider of luxury elderly care homes in the UK, with a commitment to creating enriching experiences for both residents and employees. Avery operates over 100 care homes and is dedicated to creating a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered. They believe that the later years of life should be as fulfilling as any other, and their vision is to create meaningful lives together. Avery is known for fostering a culture of respect, compassion, and shared commitment to exceptional care, making it a preferred choice for both residents and team members.

Job responsibilities

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were 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, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Dementia Care Manager at Elstree View Care Home in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire.

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 thecompanys 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, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years experience in a similar role, comprehensive understanding of CQC standards and requirements, industry-relevant qualifications, knowledge of care services businesses and the UK health and social care market.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.