Dementia Friend & Companion

We are looking for compassionate Dementia Friends & Companions in the Chesterfield area of Derbyshire. Previous experience is not required as full training is provided . It is preferred that you are a car driver.

We welcome applications from all ages (with no upper limit). It does not matter if you do not have experience, a lot of people who apply come from different sectors or have personal experience of looking after a relative, if you have a big heart and you want to do something rewarding, then this is the role for you.

This homecare provider provides care visits to older adults living in their own homes and they have job vacancies in Ashgate, Brampton, Brimington, Calow, Coal Aston, Dronfield, Wingerworth, Walton, and surrounding areas of Chesterfield.

"Hello, my name is Betty, I am 86 years young and I have lived on my own since my husband, Peter, passed away 5-years ago. Last year I had a fall whilst out shopping and it shook my confidence. I stopped going out to the shops or into the garden on my own, and even became scared of going up the stairs to bed. I can get muddled with peoples' names from time to time too and forget to do certain jobs. I am in the early stages of Dementia you see. Then along came Holly, she's an angel. She will help me with my daily routines and little things that have become more difficult. She will help me get up in the morning, finish getting dressed and make me some breakfast. On other days she will take me out for some fresh air, to the shops, and on rainy days we will bake together, I love a slice of cake and a natter. She might even help me up the stairs to bed in an evening and make sure I'm ok. I don't know what I would do without Holly, she brightens up my day and helps me keep living life to the full."

As a Dementia Friend & Companion, you could be joining an awarding winning care company rated Outstanding by the CQC. T he Directors are a husband and wife team who are passionate about how older people should be looked after in old age, one of the Directors was a Nurse for over 30 years, so they understand what it takes to provide the highest standard of care and go above and beyond for those that need support . This organisation focusses on a bespoke companionship/relationship led service. They have won multiple awards over the years and have built an excellent reputation within communities across the UK.

• GBP10.00 - GBP20.00 per hour.
• Pension scheme, paid holidays, and employee Assistance programme.
• If you have some availability early mornings, lunchtimes, afternoons, plus some time during the day, evenings, and a few hours on alternate weekends, then this position is ideal for you.

If you have any questions about this Dementia Friend & Companion job vacancy, or if you wish to apply, then please click on the apply button. Once you have applied, we would carry out an initial pre-screen of your application, your CV & application is then passed to the end employer who would then contact you directly to progress your application further and answer any questions. This would usually be within 24-72 hours of applying.

*Betty is a just an example of someone you would support...... click apply for full job details