Support Worker

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Support Worker (Dementia)

A minimum of NVQ level 2 (or above) certificate in Health and Social Care is preferential for this role, but you must have a minimum of 6 months experience within a Dementia setting.

Location: Lansbury Court Care Home - Parkhouse Avenue, Castletown, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR5 3DF or Archers Court Nursing Care Home - Archer Road, Farringdon, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR3 3DJ or Ashlea Lodge Care Home  - Hylton Road, Millfield, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR4 7AB

Dementia Support Worker –  22- 44 hrs available per week  - Days or Nights

Rates of Pay: 

NVQ level 2 in Health and Social care or no qualification: £13.77 per hour 
NVQ level 3 in Health and Social care: £14.60 per hour 

Are you passionate about supporting individuals with mental health needs to live empowered, fulfilling lives? If you hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care and have at least 6 months’ experience in a Dementia care setting, we’d love to hear from you.

As a Specialist Support Worker, you will help us to ensure that people are treated with respect and dignity. Your approach will be empathetic, compassionate, and focused on ensuring that the lives of residents are fulfilled and meaningful. 

What You'll Be Doing

Building meaningful relationships with residents and their families
Support people to participate in appropriate leisure activities and activities of daily living, normalising life as much as possible with joy and happiness.
Providing personal care with empathy and sensitivity
Receive tailored dementia training to enhance your skills and the lives of those you will support.
Collaborating with a passionate, multidisciplinary team

Everything You’ll Love

       Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
       Accredited PMVA training (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) is provided
       Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
       Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference” award and Long Service Awards
       Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
       Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
       Fully funded DBS check 

About Orchard Health Care Group

Orchard Health Care Group has a network of 23 care homes and has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones. 

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes. 

Apply today

If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.