Supervisor – Dementia Day Care Club
6 days ago
£14.5–£15.5 hourly
Part-time
West Wickham
Job Summary:
We are looking for a compassionate, organised, and proactive Club Supervisor to lead the day-to-day operations of our Dementia Day Care Club. This role is more than just management—it’s about making a real difference in the lives of individuals living with dementia. You will be responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and joyful environment that supports our members' emotional, physical, and cognitive well-being. By planning meaningful activities, supporting a small team, and building strong relationships with families, you’ll play a key role in helping people with dementia lead more connected and fulfilling lives. If you have a heart for care, a passion for people, and the ability to lead with empathy, we’d love to hear from you.
The position will begin on a 3 days a week and gradually increase depending on club needs and growth.
General Scope of the Post
To organize and manage the overall running of the Dementia Day Clubs, ensuring a warm, inclusive, and stimulating environment tailored specifically to the needs of individuals living with dementia.
To manage, supervise and support colleagues, volunteers, and visitors in carrying out their duties safely and empathetically, with a deep understanding of dementia and the unique challenges it presents.
To plan and deliver a wide range of activities that promote cognitive stimulation, emotional engagement, and physical well-being, tailored to each individual's abilities and life history.
To champion the values of dignity, choice, compassion, and independence for all our members and ensure these principles are embedded in every aspect of club operations.
Responsibilities and Duties
To familiarize yourself with the unique needs and histories of each club member using our OneTouch care system and life story profiles.
Ensure the premises are dementia-friendly—safe, accessible, and comforting for service users.
Risk assess all activities and environments to meet the specific needs of people living with dementia.
Design monthly activity planners that encourage reminiscence, sensory stimulation, movement, and creativity—aligned with each individual's care needs and preferences.
Support club members in maintaining independence while being mindful of cognitive and physical impairments.
Promote meaningful social interaction, helping members form bonds, feel valued, and experience a sense of belonging.
Provide compassionate supervision to the team, ensuring activities are delivered with empathy and attentiveness to dementia-related behaviors and moods.
Work closely with families to keep them updated, reassured, and involved in the care journey of their loved one.
Promote community involvement, encouraging intergenerational and cross-service collaborations that enrich the lives of our members.
Maintain an open, flexible approach to feedback and learning, adapting practices as needed to better support individuals with dementia.
Monitor and report changes in condition, behavior, or engagement to management, helping to maintain high standards of dementia care.
Ensure staff are trained in dementia awareness and safeguarding practices, and that all care plans are fully understood.
Help manage challenging situations with calmness, understanding, and dignity, always keeping the person’s well-being at the center of decisions.
What We’re Looking For:
A person with empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to enhance the quality of life for people living with dementia.
Experience or understanding of working with vulnerable adults, particularly those with cognitive decline.
Someone who is organised, proactive, and emotionally intelligent, with the ability to lead a team with compassion and accountability.
