Dementia Support Worker
🌟 Make a Real Difference as a Dementia Support Worker 🌟
Dementia Support Worker – Haviland House, Goring-by-Sea Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship.
Start the new year with a role that brings purpose, connection, and genuine impact. At Haviland House, Guild Care’s specialist dementia-only home, you’ll support people living with dementia to feel safe, valued, and empowered every day. If you’re looking for a career where your compassion truly matters, this is the place to be.
Flexible day and night shifts, part-time and full-time hours are available to suit your lifestyle.
⏰ Hours & Shift Options
Day and night roles available
Part-time and full-time contracts
24–48 hours per week
Day shifts: 8am–8pm, 8am–2pm, 2pm–8pm
Night shifts: 8pm–8am
Alternative weekends required for full-time roles
đź’· Pay Rates
Day Rates
£12.80 per hour (Mon–Fri)
ÂŁ13.44 per hour (Sat)
ÂŁ14.08 per hour (Sun)
Night Rates
£13.44 per hour (Mon–Fri & Sun)
ÂŁ14.08 per hour (Sat)
About the role
đź’™ About the Role
As a Dementia Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping residents live well with dementia. Your work will include:
Providing compassionate, person‑centred care
Building warm, trusting relationships with residents
Supporting emotional wellbeing, dignity, and independence
Working collaboratively with a supportive team
Maintaining accurate care records and following safety standards
Every shift is an opportunity to bring comfort, joy, and reassurance to someone who needs it.
✅ What We’re Looking For
We welcome individuals who bring:
A genuine passion for supporting people with dementia
A caring, patient, and empathetic approach
A willingness to learn and grow
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Reliability and flexibility
No experience required, full training provided.
đź’™ We value compassion and attitude above all else.
✨ Why Work for Guild Care?
Guild Care offers more than a job, it offers a supportive, meaningful career. Benefits include:
High staffing levels: We overstaff by 10% to ensure residents and staff feel supported
Supportive environment: Experienced leaders, structured guidance, and access to external counselling
Values-driven culture: Our BELIEF values (Brave, Engaging, Loving, Integrity, Everyone Matters, Free to be Me) shape everything we do
Career progression: We invest in your development and help you grow professionally
Resident-focused care: We prioritise enabling people living with dementia to live well and love every day
Retention bonus: ÂŁ1000 retention bonus once you complete 12 months at Haviland House
✨ Start a Career That Truly Matters
If you’re ready for a rewarding role where your kindness makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Join Guild Care at Haviland House and help make every day meaningful for our residents.
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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 was founded in Worthing in 1933 by visionary volunteers dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals in the local community. Originally known as Worthing Council of Social Service, the organisation focused on alleviating poverty, isolation, and health challenges during difficult times. Over the following decades, Guild Care consistently expanded its services, proactively responding to the community's evolving needs. In the 1950s and 1960s, Guild Care established innovative day centres and residential care homes, significantly enhancing life quality for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Adapting continually, the charity later introduced specialised dementia care facilities and tailored services for those with learning disabilities. Today, Guild Care supports over 3,000 people annually across West Sussex through a range of community-focused services. Remaining true to its founding values, the organisation is one of Worthing's largest employers, powered by almost 700 dedicated staff members and the essential contributions of more than 300 volunteers, all united in making a meaningful difference.Our story
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. 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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Retirement plan and/or pension
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Employee discounts
Gym membership or wellness programs
Cycle to work
Referral bonus
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Long service recognition
Employee Assistance Scheme
Wellbeing Scheme
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Dementia Support Worker
We are Worthing’s leading and most established social care charity, supporting people to live well, enjoy life and love every day.