Dementia Support Worker - Days

Nightingale Hammerson; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightingale Hammerson recherche un 'Dementia Support Worker' passionné pour fournir des soins centrés sur la personne aux résidents atteints de démence. Ce rôle implique l'engagement avec les résidents pour satisfaire leurs besoins uniques et leur offrir une vie épanouie. Les candidats doivent avoir un certificat NVQ et une expérience préalable dans le domaine.

Benefits

Formation et opportunités de progression

Accès à la carte de réduction Blue Light

Schémas de reconnaissance pour le personnel

Accès à un hub de soutien 24/7

Régime de retraite soutenu par l'entreprise

Qualifications

• Expérience minimale de 6 mois dans un cadre de démence.
• Certification NVQ niveau 2 ou 3 requise.

Responsibilities

• Assurer le soutien et le soin aux résidents atteints de démence.
• Participer aux activités de la vie quotidienne pour améliorer le bien-être des résidents.

Skills

Empathie

Compassion

Education

NVQ niveau 2 en santé et soins sociaux

NVQ niveau 3 en santé et soins sociaux

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.

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.

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

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.

Salary / Benefits:£14.64 per hour