<div><h3>Why Work for West Berkshire Council?</h3><p>Are you passionate about improving the lives of individuals with dementia? West Berkshire Council invites you to join our Adult Social Care Team as a Dementia Practitioner.</p><h3>About the Role</h3><p>As a Dementia Practitioner, you will deliver specialist dementia care and support to our residents and work closely with the Registered Manager.</p><ul><li>Providing expert advice and guidance to colleagues and carers on dementia care</li><li>Conducting assessments and reviews of individuals needs</li><li>Implementing person‑centred care plans to ensure the highest standards of care are met</li><li>Supporting individuals and their families through the challenges of living with dementia</li><li>Promoting awareness and understanding of dementia within the organisation and the wider community</li></ul><p>Working pattern: Saturday, Sunday and Monday every week, 12 hours per shift (7 am–7 pm).</p><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Extensive knowledge and experience in dementia care</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, individuals and their families</li><li>Strong assessment and care planning skills</li><li>A positive and compassionate approach to supporting individuals</li></ul><h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities</li><li>Local government pension scheme</li><li>Family‑friendly policies</li><li>A range of local discounts</li><li>Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days per annum (plus public holidays) rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service</li></ul><h3>Equal Opportunities</h3><p>The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.</p><h3>Role Requirements</h3><p>This role is public‑facing and requires confidence in spoken English. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with the relevant Barred List(s) and continuous registration with the DBS Update Service for the duration of employment.</p><h3>How to Apply</h3><p>Please complete a short online application form and upload your CV.</p><p>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Charlotte Clark on 01488 658 332 or email charlotte.clark2@westberks.gov.uk.</p></div>