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Dementia Support Worker - Nights
Dementia Support Worker - Transform the lives of our resident living with dementia!
Location: Haviland House, Goring By Sea
Contracted Hours: 36 - 42 hours per week, full-time
Salary: £12.60 per hour Mon - Fri, £13.20 Sat & £12.60 Sun
Working Hours: 8pm - 8am, alternative weekends required
Female carers required
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.
Why Choose Guild Care?
At Guild Care, we believe in creating a warm and supportive environment for both our residents and our staff. By joining our team, you’ll be part of an organisation that puts kindness and respect at the heart of everything we do. As a charity, our focus is on the wellbeing of those we care for and the people who make that care possible – our team.
About the role
As a Night Dementia Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our residents feel safe, cared for, and valued during the night. From creating a calm and homely atmosphere to responding to individual needs with warmth and understanding, your work will make a lasting impact.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for caring and dedicated individuals who share our values of being Brave, Engaging, Loving, and full of Integrity while recognising that Everyone Matters.
Essential Skills:
Excellent communication skills in English.
Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
A warm and compassionate approach to providing care.
A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and promoting equality.
Awareness of dementia care or experience in this area.
Desirable Experience:
Previous experience in a care environment or providing personal care.
A qualification in care is advantageous but not essential – we provide comprehensive training.
What We Offer
Competitive Salary: In line with our pay scales.
Training & Development: Access to training sessions and opportunities to work towards care qualifications (QCF).
Supportive Environment: Work within a friendly and professional team that values your input and supports your growth.
Make a Difference: Be part of a charity that’s changing lives every day.
Work/Life Balance: A yearly well-being day for all staff.
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
Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity
Teamwork
Providing Care
Empathy
Guild Care
We are Worthing’s leading and most established social care charity, supporting people to live well, enjoy life and love every day.
Guild Care, a not-for-profit charity established in Worthing in 1933, was founded by a group of visionary volunteers, including Effie Methold, E.A. Haviland, Arthur Linfield, and Frank Cave. Their shared mission was to create a kinder, more compassionate society, leading to the creation of the 'Worthing Council of Social Service,' which then became the 'Worthing Area Guild for Voluntary Service,' and is now known as Guild Care. Over the decades, Guild Care has grown and evolved, continually adapting to meet the needs of Worthing and its surrounding communities. Today, the charity supports over 3,000 people and their families each year through a diverse portfolio of more than 30 community services. As one of Worthing's largest employers, Guild Care is powered by the dedication of over 800 caring staff members and the invaluable support of more than 300 volunteers, all committed to making a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Our vision is for all people in need of care to live fulfilling, safe and secure lives. We will achieve our vision by ensuring our support and services are accessible, effective and lovingly delivered. Brave | Engaging | Loving | Integrity | Everyone Matters | Free to Be Me At Guild Care, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and equality. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and enables us to better serve our community. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background. Guild Care is dedicated to promoting fairness and equality in our recruitment processes and throughout the workplace. We provide an environment where everyone feels valued, empowered, and supported to reach their full potential. We actively work to ensure that our policies and practices are inclusive and that barriers to equality are identified and removed. Together, we strive to create a workplace that celebrates differences and champions fairness for all. Join us in our mission to make a positive difference in people's lives.Our vision
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At Guild Care, we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees in every aspect of their lives—financially, professionally, and personally. Health and Wellbeing Your wellbeing is our priority. Staff benefit from an annual Wellbeing Day, free flu vaccinations, and confidential support through the BHSF Employee Assistance Programme. With schemes like Cycle 2 Work, free eye tests for eligible roles, and mental health support through the Care Workers Charity, we aim to promote a healthier, happier workforce. Work-life Balance We understand the importance of flexibility, offering favourable holiday terms, flexible working options, homeworking opportunities, and carers’ leave to help you balance work with life’s demands. Professional Development At Guild Care, your career growth is important to us. We provide progressive career pathways, mandatory training programmes, in-house learning opportunities, and access to professional qualifications, including accredited programmes and the Care Certificate. A Supportive Work Environment Join a local charity with over 90 years of history and a strong community focus. Employees enjoy supportive colleagues, job satisfaction, and opportunities to engage in events and fundraising activities. Our inclusive culture features initiatives such as length of service recognition, annual staff awards, and employee networking groups. At Guild Care, we reinvest all our surpluses into our services, staff, and community, ensuring your work makes a meaningful difference every day. Join us and be part of something extraordinary!
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Dementia Support Worker - Nights
We are Worthing’s leading and most established social care charity, supporting people to live well, enjoy life and love every day.