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CV's not Accepted - only those applications submitted on the Age UK Sunderland Application Form will be considered. All information and Application forms can be found on our website www.ageuk.org.uk/sunderland/get-involved/vacancies/

Dementia Support Workers

1* year Fixed Term Contract with a possibility of an extension*

28 hours per week +

2 x 20 hours per week

£20,020 (pro rata per annum)

We require experienced Dementia Support Workers to join our Metcalfe Dementia Support service as it escalates following covid closedown.

You will be responsible for working within a small team supporting older people with a middle/moderate stage of a dementia diagnosis to participate in a wide range of activities. Experience of working in an environment with older people with dementia is essential.

A flexible approach to work is required. You must demonstrate empathy for older people and an understanding of issues that affect them.

This post is subject to DBS Enhanced Disclosure.

Job Purpose

To provide high quality service to older people living with a middle/moderate dementia diagnosis in our dementia day service.

In the middle/moderate stage of dementia, symptoms become more noticeable and the person will need more support in managing daily life.

Job Description

· Provide support for older people with dementia that respects their dignity and privacy.

· Participate and contribute in the delivery of high quality support to service users.

· Make written observations to support individual care plans.

· Deliver and assist with a wide range of dementia support centre activities.

· To support service users with their personal care and toileting as required.

· To assist wheelchair users and those with poor mobility following appropriate moving and handling training.

· Act as an escort on AUKS minibus.

· Assist with serving meals to service users.

· Participate in client activity sessions.

· Ensure the Day Centre is always clean, attractive and tidy.

· To act as a safeguarding alerter

· To abide by and implement all policies and procedures of Age UK Sunderland, including being aware of and responsible corporately and as an individual for Health and Safety policy.

· To undertake all reasonable tasks, in keeping with the level of responsibility of the post, as requested by the Director.

Person SpecificationEssential Criteria

· NVQ 2 Health and Social care

· Experience of supporting people living with a moderate dementia diagnosis

· Experience of and ability to provide support for frail older people.

· Understanding of and empathy with the needs and aspirations of older people and those living with dementia.

· Experience of supporting activities for those with a dementia diagnosis

· Ability to deal with older people with dementia in a caring, respectful and courteous manner.

· Ability to make appropriate written records

· Respect confidentiality.

· Ability to work in a team and to use own initiative as appropriate.

· Be prepared to work flexibly to meet changing needs, and staff cover.

· Demonstrate common sense and reliability.

· Willingness to participate in any necessary training.

· Good general standard of education.

This post is subject to DBS Enhanced Disclosure.

To request an application pack you can email enquiriesor download one directly from our website www.ageuksunderland.org.uk. Alternatively send alarge SAE for 93ptoAge UK Sunderland, Bradbury Centre, Stockton Rd, Sunderland. SR2 7AQ. Tel: 0191 5141131.

CV’s are not accepted for this role.

Age UK Sunderland is an Equal opportunities Employer

Registered Charity 1086995

Closing date: Monday 12th June 2023at 9.00 am prompt

Interview date: Monday 19th June 2023

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 28 per week

Salary: £20,020.00 per year

Day range:

• Monday to Friday

Physical setting:

• Day centre

Shift:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/06/2023