Dementia Support Worker – Nights

Orange Recruitment; Warrington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a passionate Dementia Support Worker to join their team. The role involves supporting individuals with dementia, ensuring they receive compassionate and person-led care. Candidates must have an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care and relevant experience. The company offers excellent training, career progression, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Blue Light Card – discounts from hundreds of retailers

Making A Difference Awards Programme

Long-term Service Awards

Excellent training and progression opportunities

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience in a dementia setting.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with dementia in daily living activities.
• Engage residents in leisure activities and ensure their needs are met.
• Provide personal care and support during distressing moments.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Person-led care

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Type: Permanent

Shift Type:Nights

Closing Date:30 May 2025

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.

Rates of pay:

• NVQ level 2in Health and Social care:£13.65per hour
• NVQ level 3 in Health and Social care:£14.64per 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 theirDementiajourney, 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.

Why choose us?

Quality: all 23 care homes have been rated ‘Good’ by CQC.

Longevity: a trusted award winning care provider, supporting with care needs for over 15 years.

People: we recognise our people are the heart of this organisation and the biggest contributors to our success story so far. You will be joining our Reconnect team; a group of talented likeminded individuals who share the same vision and values to ensure the delivery of exceptional care.

Growth: we’re preparing for an exciting period of growth which presents numerous career opportunities for our colleagues – watch this space!

Benefits:

• Blue Light Card – huge discounts from hundreds of retailers
• Making A Difference Awards Programme
• Long-term Service Awards
• Excellent training and progression opportunities, from day one, with career pathways to enable you to grow and develop
• Access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support on both personal and professional challenges

Orchard Care Homes

Green Parkis a large, bright and spacious home designed to support 99 residents. We are located in the picturesque suburb of Great Sankey, on the outskirts of Warrington. With Orchard Care Homes, your professional development is actively encouraged, you will receive plenty of training to support your growth.

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.