Dementia Support Worker

Nightingale Hammerson; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Un établissement de soins recherche un 'Dementia Support Worker' motivé, ayant au moins un NVQ Level 2 ou 3 en soins de santé. Ce rôle consiste à fournir un soutien empathique et à assurer le bien-être des résidents vivant avec la démence. Vous aurez la chance de participer à des programmes de formation continus et des opportunités de progression, tout en étant reconnu pour votre engagement dans le domaine des soins.

Benefits

Opportunités de formation et de progression

Accès à une carte de réduction Blue Light

Schémas de reconnaissance

Accès à un service de soutien 24/7

Accès à un régime de pension soutenu par l'entreprise

Qualifications

• Minimum de 6 mois d'expérience dans un cadre de soins de démence.
• Disponibilité pour travailler entre 22 et 44 heures par semaine.
• Approche positive du soin centrée sur la personne.

Responsibilities

• Assurer que les résidents sont traités avec respect et dignité.
• Engager les individus dans des activités appropriées et de soin.
• Recevoir une formation continue sur les soins liés à la démence.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Person-led care

Dementia care

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Dementia Support Worker

An NVQ level 2 (or above) certificate in Health and Social Care is essential for this role along with 6 months minimum experience within a Dementia setting.

22- 44 hours per week

Rates of pay:

NVQ level 2in Health and Social care:£13.27per hour
NVQ level 3 in Health and Social care:£14.10per hour

Introduction to the role

Are you an individual that has previous care experience within a dementia setting? Do you have a NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care? We are seeking experienced individuals who have the above, and can demonstrate a positive nature and a passion for person-led care. Our ambition is to change the way people with dementia are supported and the role ofDementia Support Workeris vital to our success.

As aDementia Support Worker,youwill help us to ensure that people are treated with respect and dignity. Your approach will be empathetic, compassionate, and focused on ensuring that the lives of residents are fulfilled and meaningful.

In specially designed communities, you will engage with individuals who are on their Dementia journey, ensuring you understand their needs, encourage, assist, and support people to participate in appropriate leisure activities and activities of daily living, normalising life as much as possible with joy and happiness. This role does involve aspects of personal care and you may support individuals who show signs of distress. With support from the team, you will receive tailored dementia training to enhance your skills and the lives of those you will support.

Benefits:

Excellent training and progression opportunities, from day one, with career pathways to enable you to grow and develop.
Access to Blue Light Discount Card.
Recognition schemes, such as ‘Making a Difference’ and recognising our dedicated staff team.
Access to our 24/7 Employee Support Hub offering confidential support on personal and professional issues.
Access to company supported pension scheme.

Orchard Care Homes

Within close proximity of the vibrant city of Sunderland and all that it has to offer,Ashlea Lodgeis a modern home with two floors that provides specialist care for older people, many of whom are living with dementia

Orchard Care Homes has a network of 23 care homes and has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones. We are proud to share with you that all 23 care homes have been rated Good by CQC.

Salary / Benefits:£14.10ph