Dementia Day Centre Assistant - Flexible Hours

Elmbridge Borough Council; Claygate; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Elmbridge Borough Council is seeking a Dementia Service Assistant (Casual) in Claygate to support the Dementia Services team. The role involves delivering person-centred activities and helping maintain a welcoming, inclusive day-centre environment for clients with mild to moderate dementia.

Flexibility is valued with 0 hours per week and DBS check required. DBS clearance is confirmed; duties include safeguarding and working with clients, carers, and staff to promote wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Preferable experience in a similar role within dementia services or social care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be creative and support a range of activities.
• Good team player and ability to work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support the Dementia Services Manager in daily operations of the service.
• Deliver person-centred activities to enhance social, physical and mental wellbeing.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguarding practices; build effective relationships with team, clients and carers.

Skills

Dementia care experience

Communication skills

Creativity

Teamwork

Job description

Elmbridge Borough Council is seeking a Dementia Service Assistant (Casual) in Claygate to support the Dementia Services team. The role involves delivering person-centred activities and helping maintain a welcoming, inclusive day-centre environment for clients with mild to moderate dementia.

Flexibility is valued with 0 hours per week and DBS check required. DBS clearance is confirmed; duties include safeguarding and working with clients, carers, and staff to promote wellbeing.