Dementia Support Worker - The Firs - Ashmere

ASHMERE DERBYSHIRE LIMITED; Codnor CP; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a passionate Dementia Support Worker to join their team in Codnor. This full-time role involves assisting residents with personal care, administering medication, and working collaboratively with a dedicated team. Candidates should hold an NVQ2 in Health & Social Care and possess strong communication skills. Outstanding training and development opportunities are offered, along with various benefits including a welcome bonus and attendance rewards.

Benefits

Annual Ashmere Awards Ceremony

Welcome aboard bonus after 6 months service

Attendance Bonus

Refer a Friend Scheme

Pension

Ongoing Training and Development

Growth and career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in dementia care (paid or personal)
• Ability to liaise with professionals regarding resident care
• Flexibility to work various shifts

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with all aspects of care in a person-centered manner
• Administer medication and manage care plans
• Attend monthly new starter company induction

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Passion for learning

Ability to assist with personal care

Team leadership

Education

NVQ2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

*Please note – unfortunately we cannot accept applications that require Sponsorship*

Do you have experience with Dementia Care? Do you have experience of leading a team?

We are looking for local people who are passionate about providing an outstanding level of care and going the extra mile for our residents. We currently have a vacancy at our 12 bed Residential Dementia Household within The Firs working full time hours per week. The ideal candidate must be flexible in working all shifts.

The Dementia Support Worker role relies on a passion to learn to enable people with dementia to live well. Hold excellent communication skills and the ability to speak out on behalf of our residents, ensuring dignity and respect is upheld.

You will be assisting residents with all aspects of their care in a person centered manner, and you will be responsible for administrating medication, writing & reviewing care plans and liaising with outside professionals.

Your experience in dementia doesn’t necessarily need to be paid experience, you might have cared for a family member or friend. You will need an NVQ2 in Health & Social Care.

Working for an established care provider like Ashmere, you start your journey with us by attending our monthly new starter company induction with all new joiners from all of our homes. We will pay for your DBS check and provide you with Dementia specific training to ensure best practice is followed.

As well as the above we also have:

• Annual Ashmere Awards Ceremony
• Welcome aboard bonus after 6 months service
• Attendance Bonus
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Pension
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Growth and career progression

We offer a range of benefits and opportunities for growth and development. If you are interested in the role, please apply now or contact us for more information.

How to Apply

To apply, please provide your contact information and tell us about your experience and why you want to work with Ashmere. You can also attach your CV if desired.

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