About Us – The Orders of St John Care Trust (OSJCT)
The Orders of St John Care Trust (OSJCT) is a trusted and reputable provider of care, support, and housing for older adults. We operate over 60 care homes and 8 accommodation schemes across Gloucestershire, Lincolnshire, Oxfordshire, Suffolk, West Sussex, and Wiltshire.
As a not-for-profit charitable trust, any financial surplus is reinvested to enhance the well-being of our residents. Our comprehensive care services include specialised dementia care, intermediate care, respite, day care, and expert nursing support. We were among the first care providers to employ dedicated Admiral Nurses, offering specialist dementia care.
With a dedicated workforce of approximately 4,000 staff, we provide high-quality care to over 3,000 residents and individuals with support needs.
Our Ethos of Care
At OSJCT, we are committed to delivering individualised, person-centered care that respects dignity, choice, and independence. Our homes and schemes foster a warm, supportive, and understanding environment, ensuring that residents feel valued, respected, and at home.
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our accreditation by the National Care Forum’s “Quality First” framework, which recognises our dedication to delivering the highest standards of care.
Head of Dementia Care
Salary: £33,500 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week
About the Role
As Head of Dementia Care, you will play a vital role in ensuring residents receive the highest quality person-centered dementia care. Your expertise, compassion, and leadership will be central to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for those living with dementia.
Working closely with the home management team, you will oversee the dementia households, ensuring best practices are followed and that staff are confident, competent, and well-supported across all shifts. You will also collaborate with residents, families, Admiral Nurses, and external agencies to implement personalised care plans that promote independence, well-being, and quality of life.
About the Home
Wellford Gardens is a modern, three-storey care home with 65 bedrooms, providing 24-hour residential and dementia care. The home features innovative technology, including E-care systems, to ensure the highest standards of personalised, resident-focused care.
About You
- Qualifications: QCF Level 3 in Dementia Care (or equivalent), with a willingness to work towards a Level 3 Certificate in Team Leadership.
- Experience: Proven experience in leading and managing a team in a dementia care setting.
- Skills: Strong communication, organisation, and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and support your team.
- Attributes: A positive role model who can work autonomously and under pressure, always prioritising the well-being of residents.
Benefits
As Head of Dementia Care, you will follow the Trust’s Head of Dementia Care Competency Framework and receive ongoing professional development and monthly supervision from an Admiral Nurse, who will also provide regular support visits.
As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest every penny into our residents, staff, and homes. We have been providing care for nearly 1,000 years and are currently the second-largest not-for-profit care provider in the UK.
Here are just some of the benefits we offer:
✅ 30 days holiday (including bank holidays)
✅ Company pension scheme
✅ Life assurance
✅ Free uniform & DBS check
✅ Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
✅ Blue Light Card discounts (shopping, restaurants, days out & more)
If you have the passion and expertise to lead our dementia care team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career with us!
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