Dementia Support Worker - Transform the lives of our resident living with dementia!
Location: Haviland House, Goring By Sea
Contracted Hours: 36 hours per week
Join Guild Care as a Night Dementia Support Worker and Make a Difference Every Night
Are you a night owl with a passion for care? At Guild Care, we provide comfort, security, and companionship to individuals living with dementia—even as the world sleeps. As a not-for-profit charity with deep community roots, we are looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team at Haviland House as Night Dementia Support Workers.
Ensure residents feel safe, comfortable, and reassured throughout the night.
Assist with bedtime routines, personal care, and any necessary support.
Respond promptly to calls for assistance, ensuring dignity and respect.
Conduct regular checks guided by the acoustic monitoring to ensure residents are settled and comfortable.
Observe and report any changes in health, mood, or behaviour.
Manage any night-time disturbances sensitively and calmly.
Promoting a Calm & Restful Environment
Maintain a peaceful atmosphere, minimizing noise and disruptions.
Support individuals who may wake up disoriented or distressed.
Encourage relaxation techniques to help residents sleep better.
Household & Safety Duties
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in communal and private areas.
Ensure safety checks are completed, including security of doors and windows.
Prepare for the morning shift, such as setting up breakfast or organizing daily plans.
Document observations, incidents, and care activities accurately.
Report any concerns to the House Leader or relevant staff.
Handover essential information to the day shift team for continuity of care.
What you will need
Required criteria
* Ability to use your imagination to engage others.
* Ability to make others smile.
* Ability to work from the heart.
* Ability to make the most of the time you have to provide positive social interactions.
* To be non-judgemental towards others.
* Ability to listen and respect others’ points of view even if you disagree.
* A commitment to meet the requirements of the Care Certificate.
* Satisfactory DBS check.
* Availability to work unsocial hours i.e. early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays to ensure the home is covered 365 days a year.
* Knowledge and understanding of the needs of people living with dementia, who need care and support.
Desired criteria
* QCF Qualification (NVQ Level 2) in health and social care or an equivalent qualification, including relevant dementia care units or a commitment to work toward it.
* Understanding of mental capacity and deprivation of liberty safeguards.
* Understanding of the Care Act 2014 and CQC regulatory framework.
Join us in our mission to make a positive difference in people's lives.
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