Job Description
🌟 Dementia Support Worker – Haviland House Day Service, Goring-by-Sea 🌟
If you’re someone who leads with kindness, patience, and genuine compassion, this is a chance to make a meaningful difference every single day. At Guild Care’s Haviland House Day Service, we’re dedicated to creating a warm, vibrant, and supportive environment where people living with dementia can enjoy purposeful days, social connection, and truly person‑centred care. We’re looking for Dementia Support Workers who share our values and want to be part of a team that puts people first.
⏰ Hours
* 28 hours per week
* Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
đź’· Pay
* ÂŁ12.80 per hour
About The Role
đź’™ About the Role
As a Dementia Support Worker, you will play a key role in helping people live well with dementia. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
* Providing compassionate, person‑centred care and emotional support
* Assisting with personal care, wellbeing, and daily routines
* Promoting independence, dignity, and choice
* Supporting with medication administration (full training provided)
* Helping at mealtimes, including serving teas, coffees, cake, and lunches
* Facilitating meaningful activities, outings, and social opportunities
* Assisting entertainers and external providers during sessions
* Building warm, trusting relationships that nurture confidence and wellbeing
🤝 Working as Part of Our Team
You’ll collaborate closely with colleagues, families, carers, and professionals to ensure every individual receives personalised, thoughtful support. You may also help with transport using the minibus (if qualified). Above all, you’ll contribute to a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment by following safeguarding, health and safety, and organisational policies.
✅ Who We’re Looking For
We’d love to hear from you if you are:
* Caring, patient, and reliable
* Passionate about supporting people living with dementia
* A strong communicator and a supportive team player
* Experienced in care (desirable), though full training is provided
đź’ˇ Why Join Guild Care?
Supporting people living with dementia can be challenging, but it is also deeply rewarding. At Haviland House, you’ll be part of a service that truly values both its staff and its service users.
* High staffing levels: We ensure our teams are well 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 — guide everything we do
* Career progression: We invest in your development and help you grow
* Person-focused care: We prioritise enabling people to live well and love every day
✨ Start the New Year in a Role That Truly Matters
Make a genuine difference, join a team that cares, and help create meaningful days for people living with dementia. Step into 2026 with purpose, join Guild Care and be part of something that truly counts.
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Skills Needed
About The Company
Our story
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.
Company Culture
Our vision
Our vision is for all people in need of care to live fulfilling, safe and secure lives .
Our mission
We will achieve our vision by ensuring our support and services are accessible, effective and lovingly delivered .
Our BELIEF values
Brave | Engaging | Loving | Integrity | Everyone Matters | Free to Be Me
Our equality statement
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.
Desired Criteria
Required Criteria
Closing Date Monday 2nd February, 2026