Dementia Care Manager

Job Description 

Currently, we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Dementia Care Manager to join a high-quality residential care service supporting older people living with dementia.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced care professional to take a lead role in delivering person-centred, relationship-focused dementia care, while supporting and developing a dedicated care team.

Salary: £45,000 per annum

Position: Dementia Care Manager

Hours: 40 hours per week

Setting: Residential Care Home

Location: Chelmsford, Essex

Your key responsibilities will be;

• Lead and oversee high-quality, person-centred dementia care within the service.
• Develop and monitor individual care plans, risk assessments and advanced care plans.
• Champion evidence-based dementia practice and meaningful activities across the dementia community.
• Lead, coach and support care teams, ensuring appropriate staffing, skills and training.
• Build effective relationships with residents, families, GPs and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Monitor quality, safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory compliance within the service.
• Support audits, inspections, improvement plans and effective management of departmental resources.

For this role, we’re looking for someone who has;

• At least four years’ experience supporting older people, including people living with dementia.
• Supervisory or management experience within a health or social care setting.
• Strong knowledge of dementia care, safeguarding, care planning and end-of-life care.
• Knowledge of CQC requirements, care standards, health and safety, and quality frameworks.
• NVQ/QCF Level 5 qualification, or willingness to work towards the qualification.

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service.
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, Charities, Social Enterprises and private sector.
• Support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding.
• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK.
• A supportive team who truly care about your career and aspirations.
• Support beyond placement to ensure you’re happy in your new role.
• Career opportunities helping you make a meaningful difference every day.

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Lewis on 01277 245909 or email permanent@athona.com.