Job Description
🌟 Make a Real Difference as a Dementia Support Worker 🌟
Dementia Support Worker – Haviland House, Goring-by-Sea
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship.
Start the new year with a role that brings purpose, connection, and genuine impact. At Haviland House, Guild Care’s specialist dementia-only home, you’ll support people living with dementia to feel safe, valued, and empowered every day. If you’re looking for a career where your compassion truly matters, this is the place to be.
Flexible day and night shifts, part-time and full-time hours are available to suit your lifestyle.
⏰ Hours & Shift Options
* Day and night roles available
* Part-time and full-time contracts
* 24–48 hours per week
* Day shifts: 8am–8pm, 8am–2pm, 2pm–8pm
* Night shifts: 8pm–8am
* Alternative weekends required for full-time roles
đź’· Pay Rates
Day Rates
* £12.80 per hour (Mon–Fri)
* ÂŁ13.44 per hour (Sat)
* ÂŁ14.08 per hour (Sun)
Night Rates
* £13.44 per hour (Mon–Fri & Sun)
* ÂŁ14.08 per hour (Sat)
About The Role
đź’™ About the Role
As a Dementia Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping residents live well with dementia. Your work will include:
* Providing compassionate, person‑centred care
* Building warm, trusting relationships with residents
* Supporting emotional wellbeing, dignity, and independence
* Working collaboratively with a supportive team
* Maintaining accurate care records and following safety standards
Every shift is an opportunity to bring comfort, joy, and reassurance to someone who needs it.
✅ What We’re Looking For
We welcome individuals who bring:
* A genuine passion for supporting people with dementia
* A caring, patient, and empathetic approach
* A willingness to learn and grow
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Reliability and flexibility
No experience required, full training provided.
đź’™ We value compassion and attitude above all else.
✨ Why Work for Guild Care?
Guild Care offers more than a job, it offers a supportive, meaningful career. Benefits include:
* High staffing levels: We overstaff by 10% to ensure residents and staff feel 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) shape everything we do
* Career progression: We invest in your development and help you grow professionally
* Resident-focused care: We prioritise enabling people living with dementia to live well and love every day
✨ Start a Career That Truly Matters
If you’re ready for a rewarding role where your kindness makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Join Guild Care at Haviland House and help make every day meaningful for our residents.
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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