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Community Dementia Support Worker
Countywide (On-Site)
Permanent, Full time
No DBS check required
£25,183 - £25,583 per annum
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Job introduction
About the role
Are you positive, friendly and have excellent communication skills? Then you could make a real difference to people's live as a Community Dementia Support Worker
The Dementia Post Diagnostic Support service is a countywide community service. The aim of the Dementia Post Diagnostic Support Service is to be the main point of contact for the person diagnosed and their carer during the entire dementia journey. The service provides appropriate emotional support, practical help, guidance and information to meet the needs of those entering the service, as well as facilitating access to well-being interventions which promote independence and quality of life.
Being a Community Dementia Support worker in the Carers Break and Engagement team is a rewarding and valued job which offers a great career pathway whilst making a real difference to the lives of those with dementia and their families and carers.
You will work in partnership with a wide range of organisations including GP’s and Primary Care clinicians and staff. The service enables identifying issues which lead to deterioration and we work with agencies to ensure a timely and pro-active response. Advanced Care Planning is a key element of the Dementia Post Diagnostic Support Service. A full and comprehensive induction will be given to all new staff.
We provide:
- Proactive support for the person with dementia and their carer/supporter
- Information, advice, and signposting.
- Emotional support and practical guidance
- Care co-ordination/planning
You will be required to have access to a car, and business insurance. Mileage is paid at 45p per business mile.
Previous experience isn’t necessary as full training will be given, but you will need to be patient, kind, and an excellent communicator with a desire to make a difference.
To apply for this role please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above. When completing your application be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests.
Interviews will be held face to face at St Mary’s House, Eastbourne. Interview date/s will be confirmed after the shortlisting has taken place.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
#Ask me if this can be an apprenticeship
Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training.
For an informal discussion, please contact Mandy Prior, Team Manager 07824597368
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Additional information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.
Company information
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.
