Overview
Are you passionate about working with patients with dementia? Do you have a caring nature who will treat our patients with dignity, empathy and warmth? Do you have good communication skills?
We are looking for a compassionate and caring support workers who have the skills to care for our residents with respect, dignity, empathy and warmth. We have full and part-time roles available across a range of shifts. The successful applicants will be required to undertake all aspects of nursing support including activities with residents and work a variety of shifts; nights, days and weekends. In return we offer the right people the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge in dementia care.
So what else? This is your chance to join a progressive and innovative service in a social enterprise that is patient and staff focused and you’ll have opportunities to develop and contribute to service development. We provide well established, in-service training, one to one supervision, and appraisals with regular support. You’ll be able to develop your skills in a friendly and supportive team. We are flexible about working arrangements where possible to support a healthy work-life balance.
The small print: informal visits can be arranged on request. We offer a choice of two pension schemes; the NHS Pension scheme and the Scottish Widows group pension scheme. MCH is considering merging with Kent Community Health Foundation Trust (KCHFT). If the merger goes ahead, the proposed transfer date is 30 September 2026 and this role will be subject to TUPE transfer to KCHFT.
Responsibilities
* To work under the direction of the designated staff nurse to provide care to residents. Care will also include a variety of activities to stimulate/occupy the residents, for example, games, craft, gardening etc.
* To adhere to the organisations values
* To be involved in the planning delivering and evaluating the care of elderly residents with advanced dementia and challenging behaviours.
* To supervise the work of new and junior staff.
* To direct and supervise support workers to provide good quality of care and ensure resources are managed effectively on the unit.
* To assist the qualified members of staff in the smooth running of the home, assisting in the organisation and management of tasks as required.
* To participate in continuing care reviews with the multi-disciplinary team and to implement care plans accordingly.
* To participate in service development, audits and governance activities as appropriate and lead on clinical changes within agreed time scales.
* To maintain accurate records and ensure good industrial relations with all staff in compliance with equal opportunities policies.
* To keep informed of changes to current trends in care and pass on information to the staff group regarding best practice.
Qualifications and experience
* Essential
o Care Certificate
o A minimum of 2 years experience in dementia care
o Ability to make decisions and accept personal accountability
o Good communication skills
o Ability to work as part of a multi-professional team and understand the roles of other members
o Able to prioritise work and demonstrate leadership
o Understanding and implementation of local policies and procedures
o Understanding continuing care aims and objectives
* Desirable
o Understanding of research and development in clinical practice
o NVQ 2/3 in Health & Social Care
o Clinical competencies
o Understanding the relevance of audits
o Good IT skills
Planning and organisational skills
* Ensure residents in the team have been assessed and their needs met with appropriate resources
* Support qualified staff in implementing action plans based on audits
* Ensure the Home runs smoothly and priorities are met
* Participate in continuing care review multi-disciplinary meetings
* Plan, deliver and evaluate delegated care per individualised care plans
* Manage own time and demonstrate organisational skills
Physical, mental and emotional effort
* Physical: keyboard skills and ability to use software; conduct clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, glucose monitoring, catheter and wound care
* Mental: frequent concentration
* Emotional: exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances
Working conditions
Daily exposure to unpleasant conditions, dealing with body fluids and odours
Other information
* This advert closes on Monday 9 Mar 2026
* Possible merger with KCHFT; TUPE transfer may apply
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