Job Description

Salary

From 24,796 to 27,254 per annum, pro rata (Grade CD)

Contractual hours

33

Basis

Part Time

Package

Permanent

Job category/type

Adult Social Care

Date posted

06/10/2025

Job reference

REQ00000831



Are you passionate about providing exceptional care and support to individuals living with dementia? West Berkshire Council is seeking dedicated and compassionate Dementia Practitioners to join our Adult Social Care Team, working within the Birchwood Care Home

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care and support to individuals living with dementia? West Berkshire Council is seeking dedicated and compassionate Dementia Practitioners to join our Adult Social Care Team, working within the Birchwood Care Home offices. Reporting to the Registered Manager, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to our residents.

About the Role

As a Dementia Practitioner, you will be responsible for:

Supporting the Registered Manager in the day-to-day operation of the care home Ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care to individuals living with dementia Implementing and maintaining accurate care plans, regularly reviewing and updating them in collaboration with residents and their families Monitoring and assessing the physical and emotional well-being of residents, providing appropriate support and intervention Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare professionals, to ensure comprehensive care delivery Providing guidance and support to care staff, promoting best practices in dementia care Contributing to regular team meetings and participating in care reviews

About You

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

Experience working in a similar role within a care home environment In-depth knowledge and understanding of dementia and its impact on individuals Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues Strong observational and assessment skills, with the ability to identify changes in residents' needs Ability to provide guidance and support to care staff, fostering a culture of learning and development Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, including CQC standards A compassionate and empathetic approach, with a genuine desire to improve the quality of life for individuals living with dementia


West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:

Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00 Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities Generous Local Government pension scheme Family friendly policies A range of local discounts Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years' service. Relocation package of up to 8,000 for those moving from outside the area (subject to eligibility)


Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

To learn more about the role and working within our dedicated team, please contact Liam Lewis on 01635 33967 or email liam.lewis1@westberks.gov.uk for an informal discussion.

Join us at West Berkshire Council and make a positive impact in our community while advancing your career.

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Equal Opportunities

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.

How to apply

Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.

This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.

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