Specialist Dementia Lead

We are looking for a Specialist Dementia Lead who is passionate about their work helping people to live fulfilling lives. Care UK is an awarding winning private care company with over 160 care homes across the United Kingdom

At Care UK, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our residents and our values of Caring, Passionate and Teamwork are at the heart of all we do. Our success is built on the strength of our people and with a vast network of care homes and a diverse range of support functions, we're on a mission to find exceptional talent to join us on our journey.

The role: To support a portfolio of homes, supporting person-centred dementia care focusing on the person not the disease

Key Responsibilities:

• To support the Head of Dementia & Lifestyles to deliver the `in year` plan based on priority quality dementia, lifestyle activity and improvement within key homes.
• To directly work with the LQDM’s and regulatory teams in the development of dementia services and the overall delivery of high-quality care services as recognised through external regulation ratings
• To support homes using the dementia Go Audit annually to plan development of their dementia services.
• To have a working knowledge of relevant legislation within social and health care settings and be able to support the management teams within our homes implementing and sustaining best practice
• To provide training and quarterly support for dementia care coaches and lifestyle leads across their portfolio of homes.
• Deliver sustained improvements in quality of dementia care as reflected through improved Regulator ratings and sector leading dementia care.
• To support the implementation of namaste care in all Care UK homes including training Namaste practitioners
• To support the implementation and continued use of Relish and accurate recording of lifestyle activities
• To ensure best practice is embedded through monitoring compliance of a range of care & clinical relating to dementia and lifestyles KPIs
• To have a working knowledge of legislation within social and health care settings and be able to support the management teams within our homes implementing and sustaining best practice
• To deliver Namaste practitioner train the trainer training

What We're Looking For:

• Level 1 Registered Nurse with evidence of current NMC registration or other Level 5 social care qualification or equivalent
• Current clinical expertise in nursing with relevant specialist experience
• Experience and understanding of the independent social & health care sector
• Excellent time management skills
• Due to the geographical nature of this role the jobholder will be required to travel extensively between care homes with overnight stays where appropriate

Why Join Care UK?

• Be part of a dynamic and growing organisation dedicated to providing outstanding care.
• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and contribute to the success of our care homes.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others.  We see the potential in everyone, let us fulfil yours. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of something extraordinary, we want to hear from you!