Dementia Specialist Support Worker

PSR Solutions; Lockerbie; On-site; GBP 18,464 - 30,774; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Transport links - bus route access

Staff benefits

Job summary

PSR Solutions is recruiting a Dementia Specialist Support Worker in Lockerbie. You will deliver person-centred dementia care, promoting independence and wellbeing for residents in a care home setting.

The role collaborates with the Home Manager and Senior Care Team to maintain high standards of care. Offers include 22–44 hours per week, day or night shifts, and a competitive £13.45 per hour pay with potential to reach £30,773.60 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience providing dementia care in care homes, residential or community settings.
• Compassionate, patient and person-centred approach to residents.
• Good communication with residents, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred dementia support to residents to promote independence and wellbeing.
• Work with Home Manager and Senior Care Team to ensure high-quality care.
• Contribute to smooth day-to-day running of the service.

Skills

Dementia care

Care experience

Communication

UK right to work

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care

Care Certificate

Job description

Dementia Specialist Support Worker

Lockerbie

£13.45 per hour | Up to £30,773.60 per annum | 22 - 44 Hours | Day or Night Shifts | Great Staff Benefits

A care home on the outskirts of Dumfries in Lockerbie is currently seeking an experienced Dementia Specialist Support Worker to join their team on a permanent basis.

Key details

• Permanent contract to work 22‑44 hours per week, working day or night shifts
• Competitive hourly pay rate of £13.45 per hour, with potential to earn up to £30,773.60 per year
• A fantastic working environment
• Excellent transport links – situated on a good bus route with a dedicated bus service picking up from Lockerbie and Annan
• Free on‑site parking available for all staff

Role description

As a Dementia Specialist Support Worker, you will provide person‑centred support to individuals living with dementia, promoting independence, dignity, and wellbeing. You will work closely with the Home Manager, Deputy Manager, and Senior Care Team to deliver outstanding dementia care, ensuring residents receive compassionate support tailored to their individual needs while contributing to the smooth day‑to‑day running of the service.

What we are looking for

• A caring, compassionate, and empathetic nature with a genuine passion for supporting people living with dementia.
• Experience working with individuals living with dementia within a care home, residential, or community setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues.
• A reliable, trustworthy, and professional approach with a commitment to delivering high standards of person‑centred care.
• A Care Certificate, SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent (preferred but not essential).
• A good understanding of dementia care principles and approaches (training or qualifications in dementia care would be advantageous).
• The right to work in the UK.

We also welcome applications from candidates with care experience who have a genuine interest in specialising in dementia care and are eager to develop their skills.

Employment checks

Offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS/PVG/Access NI check, employment reference checks, verification of UK professional registration (if applicable), right to work in the UK, and Occupational Health clearance.

Equal opportunities

PSR Solutions is an equal opportunities recruiter and applications are welcome from anyone meeting the specified criteria regardless of age, gender, race/ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, sexual orientation or any other personal circumstances.

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