Dementia Support Worker Dementia Support Worker - Transform the lives of our resident living with dementia! Please be advise that we are unable to offer sponsorship. Location: Haviland House, Goring By Sea Contracted Hours: 24 - 42 hours per week available Salary: £12.80 per hour Mon - Fri, £13.44 Sat & £14.08 Sun Working Hours: 8am - 8pm, alternative weekends required Join Guild Care as a Dementia Support Worker and Make Every Day Count Do you have a passion for bringing joy, comfort, and connection to others? At Guild Care, we dedicate our days to ensuring individuals living with dementia experience warmth, dignity, and meaningful interactions. As a not-for-profit charity with a strong sense of community, we are seeking caring and enthusiastic individuals to join our team at Haviland House as a Dementia Support Worker. About the role Main Responsibilities: ✅ Person-Centred Care: Provide compassionate, high-quality care tailored to individual needs. Focus on feelings and well-being rather than just tasks and routines. Turn everyday activities into positive social interactions. ✅ Emotional & Social Support: Engage residents in meaningful conversations and activities. Create a warm, homely, and stimulating environment. Support families and friends while maintaining a person-centred approach. ✅ Encouraging Independence & Well-being: Enable individuals to feel safe, valued, and respected. Adapt care based on personal histories, preferences, and emotions. Be flexible and spontaneous in daily interactions. ✅ Team Collaboration & Professional Development: Work closely with colleagues to maintain a supportive team culture. Participate in training and development opportunities. Reflect on personal growth and emotional self-awareness. ✅ Record-Keeping & Compliance: Maintain accurate, person-centred care records. Follow health & safety, safeguarding, and regulatory guidelines. Uphold the principles of the Care Act 2014 and CQC framework. #INDL About the company We are Worthing's leading and most established social care charity, supporting people to live well, enjoy life and love every day. Required Criteria Ability to use your imagination to engage others. Ability to make others smile. Ability to work from the heart. Ability to make the most of the time you have to provide positive social interactions. To be non-judgemental towards others Ability to listen and respect others' points of view even if you disagree A commitment to meet the requirements of the Care Certificate Satisfactory DBS check Availability to work unsocial hours i.e. early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays to ensure the home is covered 365 days a year Desired Criteria QCF Qualification (NVQ Level 2) in health and social care or an equivalent qualification, including relevant dementia care units or a commitment to work toward it. Knowledge and understanding of the needs of people with dementia, who need care and support. Previous experience in providing care and support to people with dementia in a residential setting. Understanding of mental capacity and deprivation of liberty safeguards Understanding of the Care Act 2014 and CQC regulatory framework Skills you'll need Teamwork Providing Care Empathy Guild Care. Location : Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom