Dementia Support Worker- Nights

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

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Dementia Support Worker in Sunderland. You will provide compassionate support to residents, engaging them in meaningful activities that enrich their lives. Essential qualifications include an NVQ Level 2 (or above) in Health and Social Care and 6 months of experience in a dementia setting. The position offers competitive pay of £13.27 for NVQ Level 2 and £14.10 for NVQ Level 3, along with excellent training and benefits.

Benefits

Excellent training and progression opportunities

Access to Blue Light Discount Card

24/7 Employee Support Hub

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 (or above) certificate in Health and Social Care is essential.
• Minimum 6 months experience within a dementia setting.
• Positive, person-led care mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Help ensure people are treated with respect and dignity.
• Assist residents in engaging with leisure activities.
• Support individuals showing signs of distress.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Person-centred care

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

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.

Hours: 22-44 hours per week – Nights. Salary: see pay rates below.

Responsibilities

As a Dementia Support Worker, you will help ensure 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 on their dementia journey, understand their needs, encourage, assist, and support participation in appropriate leisure activities and daily living tasks, normalising life with joy and happiness. The role involves 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 support.

You will work to ensure residents are supported to participate in activities of daily living and meaningful leisure within a person-centred approach.

Qualifications and Experience

• NVQ Level 2 (or above) in Health and Social Care (essential)
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (advantageous)
• Minimum 6 months experience in a dementia setting

Requirements

NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care; previous care experience within a dementia setting; positive, person-led care mindset.

Hours, Pay and Benefits

• Shift pattern: Nights, 22-44 hours per week
• Rates of pay: NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care: £13.27 per hour
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care: £14.10 per hour

Benefits

• Excellent training and progression opportunities, from day one, with career pathways to enable growth and development
• Access to Blue Light Discount Card
• Recognition schemes such as “Making a Difference”
• Access to 24/7 Employee Support Hub for confidential personal and professional support
• Company-supported pension scheme

Organisation

Orchard Care Homes

Just south of the city of Sunderland, Archers Court is a light and friendly nursing home focusing on high-quality care for older people, some 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 wish for our loved ones.

“We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.”

Salary / Benefits: £14.10