Job Description
Job Title: Dementia Care Manager
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Salary: Very Attractive + Excellent Benefits Package + £4000 welcome joining bonus.+ Relocation Package Available
• Reporting to: General Manager
• Location: Brentwood / Essex (*Will consider £8k tax free relocation package for the right person)
At Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, we're dedicated to cherishing every moment and providing exceptional care that supports residents to live each day to the full. We believe in celebrating the privilege of aging and embracing it with open arms. Since our inception in 1997, we've been committed to delivering outstanding care across all our homes in England and Wales.
We have a fantastic opportunity available as Dementia Care Manager at our luxury care home, Hutton View in Brentwood, Essex. Hutton View is an elegant award winning 77 bedded Residential, Nursing and Dementia care home offering Relationship-Centred Care, supporting residents at the heart of all we do.
You might be working as a Senior Care Team Lead, Unit Manager or a Nurse currently and have a strong Dementia background, but you are now starting to think about the next step in your career. Or you could be working in a similar role already but are seeking a change of environment and new opportunities. Either way, as an award winning, values-led and well-respected care provider, we can offer you lots of development, progression, and growth, in a warm and friendly environment and a team of colleagues who’ll look out for you. We pride ourselves on our teams thriving here at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, so whatever kind of career moments you’re looking for, we want to make them possible.
Feel like this could be you? Then read on!
About the role:
Hallmark Care Homes’ dementia communities operate as a home from home environment. As a Dementia Care Manager, your prowess and magical touch will lead and manage a committed and loyal caring team on the community and be responsible for driving all aspects of the Hallmark dementia strategy, ensuring your community meets the stringent standards we have specially created for excellent relationship-centred dementia care.
You’ll oversee the Care Plans for all Dementia residents in the home, ensuring the Care and Nursing teams are aligned and engaged in providing an individualised plan for every resident.
You’ll work with the CQC, ensuring relevant documentation and relationships are maintained in line with regulatory requirements.
You’ll be responsible for ensuring the team providing Dementia support are fully trained and compliant, providing training to the team personally and directing them to changes in policies and practices.
You’ll be working with other team members in the Home, i.e. Hospitality Manager, Head Chef, Cleaners etc, to ensure they are aware of any individual needs.
You’ll be communicating regularly with families, GP’s and other professionals.
You’ll build relationships with other Dementia Care Managers across the other 22 Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, identifying common successes and challenges to ensure a consistent way of working.
You’ll be the ‘go to’ person for Dementia within the Home and be the expert with the knowledge and experience to advise on best practice.
What we need from you!
- You have supervisory or management experience, (this role would suit a Senior Care Team Lead / Unit Manager or Nurse from with a Strong Dementia background, who is looking to take that next step in their career).
- You have experience and knowledge of evidence-based practice in dementia care, including in long term care of the older person, including people living with dementia.
- You’ve already achieved or are willing to work towards qualifications NVQ 4 or 5 / QCF 5 in health and social care.
- You’ve got detailed theoretical and practical knowledge of care plans and advanced care plans in respect of end-of-life care.
- Ideally, you’ll have some experience in training delivery.
- You have experience of working with the CQC and aligning to their processes and expectations.
- You have a passion for excellent care and will ensure our Residents have the very best of everything at Hallmark.
- You have a true desire to work as a team, engaging and supportive – our homes thrive on collaboration!
What we offer:
Your dedication and hard work will be celebrated with a competitive salary, outstanding training and development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. But that's not all! Here's what else you can expect:
• Valued as our Greatest Asset: Be part of a values-driven company that puts people first.
• Wellness Matters: Enjoy excellent benefits, including a pension, life assurance, and optional health scheme cash back.
• Exclusive Perks: Embrace our rewards and discount scheme such as – high street, online stores, hotels and travel and much more!
• Balance is Key: Experience a fulfilling work-life balance, nurturing your well-being.
Apply now and come join our Bighearted Team at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes!
Hallmark Care Homes is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and in the workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional options, you’d like to request in making your application, please contact the recruitment team via email to