Senior Care Assistant - Dementia (Days)

We are looking for compassionate and experienced Care Supervisors (Days) to lead and supervise care teams at Dunkirk Memorial House. We have one full-time (37.5 hours) and one part-time (25 hours) contract available 

You will ensure that our teams are delivering compassionate, effective and high-quality care to our beneficiaries.

At Dunkirk, we have an ethos of embracing where our Residents are on their dementia pathway; to reflect this, our specialised dementia unit (The Mews) is a very vibrant place full of sensory stimulation promoting meaningful occupation.
As part of this role, you will be expected to prepare comprehensive care plans that promote wellbeing and encourage beneficiaries and their families to participate so that the care plans respect their choices and preferences.
Requirements
·  Educated to Level 3 Diploma in Adult Social Care or equivalent and evidence of continuous professional development relevant to Dementia care practice is essential.
·  Medication administration experience.
·  Experience working with external health professionals and care planning.
·  Previous experience of working in a Care Home with older people or working in adult social care is required to fulfil this role.
As part of the team, your involvement in the function of the home is valued; your collaboration with the team is encouraged. A passion for making a difference, putting people at the heart of what you do, and striving to deliver excellent care is reflective of our values.
We would like to hear from individuals who want to make a positive difference to the lives of those who have served, ensuring their unique contribution is not forgotten.
The Benefits:
·  Great staffing team, excellent facilities
·  Flexible working hours
·  Cycle to work scheme.
·  Free parking
·  Competitive, generous pension plan
·  Supported training and development. Legion wide
·  Health care cash plan
· In-house and independent counselling wellbeing scheme
·  Retail discounts. Supermarkets, technology, travel, sport & leisure + lots more
·  Refer a Friend scheme.
·  Long Service and staff recognition awards
·  LGTBQ safe space
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our job description attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

 About The Company

Since 1921, the Royal British Legion has been dedicated to supporting members of the Armed Forces community, and we will continue to be there for as long as we are needed, ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten.
As the UK's largest Armed Forces charity, we are proud to have over 180,000 members, 110,000 volunteers, 1,900 employees, and a wide network of partners and charities working together to provide lifelong support, whatever the need and whenever it is required.
We are committed to supporting our people through flexible and hybrid working where possible, a strong focus on wellbeing, and opportunities to develop skills and grow careers while making a meaningful impact.
Visit our Careers Page to discover more about the Royal British Legion, including our departments, employee benefits, values, candidate guidance, and the strategy that underpins our work and impact.