Dementia Support Worker- Nights

Orchard Care Homes; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchard Care Homes is looking for a compassionate Dementia Support Worker for night shifts in Sunderland. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, along with experience in dementia care. This role involves providing personal care and ensuring residents' wellbeing in a supportive environment. Excellent training and career progression opportunities are available.

Benefits

Excellent training and career progression

Blue Light Discount Card

Recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’

24/7 Employee Support Hub

Company-supported pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a dementia setting.
• Qualified with NVQ Level 2 or 3.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support for residents with dementia.
• Engage with residents to support their needs and activities.
• Participate in tailored dementia training.

Skills

Compassion

Person-led care

Engagement with residents

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Hylton Road, Millfield, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR4 7AB

Dementia Support Worker- Nights

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• Location: Hylton Road, Millfield, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR4 7AB
• Job Type: Permanent
• Category: Care
• Shift Type: Nights
• Shift Structure: 22-44 hours per week - Nights available
• Closing Date: 31 July 2025
• Pay: £14.10

Dementia Support Worker

Requirements: NVQ level 2 (or above) certificate in Health and Social Care and a minimum of 6 months experience in a dementia setting.

Pay Rates:

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

Role Overview:

Are you experienced in dementia care and qualified with NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care? We seek compassionate individuals passionate about person-led care. Your role as a Dementia Support Worker will be vital in ensuring residents are treated with respect and dignity, engaging with them to support their needs, activities, and wellbeing.

This role involves personal care, supporting individuals showing signs of distress, and participating in tailored dementia training to enhance your skills.

Benefits include:

• Excellent training and career progression opportunities
• Blue Light Discount Card
• Recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’
• 24/7 Employee Support Hub
• Company-supported pension scheme

Located near Sunderland, Ashlea Lodge offers specialist dementia care in a modern setting, part of Orchard Care Homes, which has been serving older adults for over 15 years and is rated Good by CQC.

Ashlea Lodge Care Home in Sunderland

Welcome to Ashlea Lodge! We provide residential, respite, and specialist dementia care in Sunderland.

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