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Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Dementia Care Manager

The closing date is 27 March 2026

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Job summary

This role as a Dementia Care Manager at Avery Healthcare's Edenbridge Manor Care Home in Kent involves managing the overall Dementia Community, implementing and embedding the company's dementia care strategy, and ensuring high-quality, person-centered care for residents. The role requires a minimum of three years' experience in a similar position, a comprehensive understanding of CQC standards, and industry-relevant qualifications.

Main duties of the job

As a Dementia Care Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of the Dementia Community, implementing and embedding the company's dementia care strategy and managing resources within a given budget. Your key responsibilities will include ensuring accurate and person-centered care plans, building caring relationships with residents and families, working closely with the Activities Team to develop meaningful activities, and promoting a culture that enables residents to maximize their capabilities and enhance their quality of life.

About us

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, with a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together'. They are passionate about offering exceptional care and creating a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered.

Details

Date posted

26 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£38,000 to £40,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1456269434

Job locations

Avery Healthcare

Aignan Way

TN8 5FA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Shift details; Rota pattern

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Dementia Care Manager at Edenbridge Manor Care Home in Kent. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Dementia Care Manager will be tobe responsible for the overall management of the Dementia Community, implementing and embedding thecompanys dementia care strategy and managing resources within a given budget.

Other responsibilities will include:

  • Ensuring that the plan care day is accurate and reflected in the care needs summary and that the resident/relative identifies needs and preferences. Ensure all information is integrated into a person-centred care plan.
  • Building caring relationships with residents and families, liaising with them sensitively and appropriately. Act as an advocate for the residents' best interests, appropriately managing conflict.
  • Working closely with the Activities Team to ensure the development of meaningful activities for residents with Dementia. Support and set expectations for the care team's participation in these activities.
  • Promoting a culture that enables residents to maximise their capabilities, optimising their independence and enhancing their quality of life.

ABOUT YOU

To succeed in your application, you must live our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability in all you do.

Our ideal candidate must have:

  • A minimum of three years experience in a similar role, working within a fast-paced environment.
  • Comprehensive understanding of CQC standards and requirements.
  • Industry-relevant qualifications.
  • Knowledge of care services businesses and the UK health and social care market.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

  • A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
  • Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Shift details; Rota pattern

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Dementia Care Manager at Edenbridge Manor Care Home in Kent. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Dementia Care Manager will be tobe responsible for the overall management of the Dementia Community, implementing and embedding thecompanys dementia care strategy and managing resources within a given budget.

Other responsibilities will include:

  • Ensuring that the plan care day is accurate and reflected in the care needs summary and that the resident/relative identifies needs and preferences. Ensure all information is integrated into a person-centred care plan.
  • Building caring relationships with residents and families, liaising with them sensitively and appropriately. Act as an advocate for the residents' best interests, appropriately managing conflict.
  • Working closely with the Activities Team to ensure the development of meaningful activities for residents with Dementia. Support and set expectations for the care team's participation in these activities.
  • Promoting a culture that enables residents to maximise their capabilities, optimising their independence and enhancing their quality of life.

ABOUT YOU

To succeed in your application, you must live our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability in all you do.

Our ideal candidate must have:

  • A minimum of three years experience in a similar role, working within a fast-paced environment.
  • Comprehensive understanding of CQC standards and requirements.
  • Industry-relevant qualifications.
  • Knowledge of care services businesses and the UK health and social care market.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

  • A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
  • Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • To succeed in this role, you must have a minimum of three years' experience in a similar position, a comprehensive understanding of CQC standards and requirements, and industry-relevant qualifications.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • To succeed in this role, you must have a minimum of three years' experience in a similar position, a comprehensive understanding of CQC standards and requirements, and industry-relevant qualifications.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Aignan Way

TN8 5FA


Employer's website

https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Aignan Way

TN8 5FA


Employer's website

https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Avery Healthcare

Recruitment@averyhealthcare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

26 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£38,000 to £40,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1456269434

Job locations

Avery Healthcare

Aignan Way

TN8 5FA


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