Dementia Care Assistant – Female Driver

Dementia Care Assistant – Female Driver

Company

Atlantizenith Unipessoal Ltd

Location

London

Pay

£12.71 per hour

Job Type

Domiciliary Care

Start Date

Immediate start

Join Atlantizenith Unipessoal Ltd

Are you passionate about supporting people living with dementia?

Do you believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and valued in their own home?

So do we.

Atlantizenith Unipessoal Ltd is a CQC-registered domiciliary care provider committed to delivering

“Best Care by Best People.”

We provide safe, compassionate and person-centred support that helps people maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life.

Our approach is guided by the NHS 6

Cs

Care. Compassion. Competence. Communication. Courage. Commitment.

About the Role

We are looking for experienced female Dementia Care Assistants who are drivers to join our London care team.

You will support adults living with dementia in their own homes, helping them manage daily routines, remain connected to their communities and continue doing the things that matter to them.

This is more than a care role.

It is an opportunity to provide reassurance when someone feels confused, companionship when they feel isolated and respectful support when everyday tasks become difficult.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Dementia Care Assistant, your responsibilities will include

Delivering personalised care based on each individual’s needs, preferences, routines and life history

Supporting people at different stages of dementia

Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming and other personal care

Providing continence support with dignity and sensitivity

Supporting catheter and stoma care where required

Prompting, assisting with and safely administering medication in line with care plans

Preparing meals and supporting good nutrition and hydration

Encouraging independence and participation in everyday activities

Providing meaningful companionship and emotional reassurance

Supporting individuals experiencing memory loss, confusion or anxiety

Responding calmly and professionally to distressed behaviour or behaviours that challenge

Using dementia-friendly communication techniques

Supporting safe mobility, transfers and moving and handling

Recognising and reporting changes in an individual’s health, behaviour or wellbeing

Keeping accurate and confidential care records

Safeguarding vulnerable adults

Working closely with families, colleagues and healthcare professionals

Maintaining professional boundaries at all times

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You

Treat every person as an individual

Understand that behaviour can be a form of communication

Are patient, calm and reassuring

Communicate clearly and sensitively

Respect people’s choices, privacy, culture and personal identity

Can support individuals without taking away their independence

Are dependable, professional and able to work responsibly in people’s homes

Share our commitment to the NHS 6Cs values

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must

Have previous experience in Health and Social Care, preferably supporting people living with dementia

Hold a valid UK driving licence

Have access to a suitable vehicle for work

Have the right to work in the UK

Hold a valid Enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to complete an Enhanced DBS check

Be able to provide satisfactory employment references

Have good spoken and written communication skills

Be willing to complete all required training

Be available to travel between service users’ homes in London

Due to the intimate personal care requirements and the needs of specific service users, this position is open to female applicants only where an occupational requirement applies under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

What You’ll Receive

Competitive pay of £12.71 per hour

Full induction before starting your care duties

Dementia care training

Basic Life Support and mandatory care training

Moving and handling training

Medication training

Safeguarding training

Ongoing supervision and management support

Continued professional development opportunities

Opportunities for career progression within the organisation

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day

Why Atlantizenith?

We understand that excellent care begins with well-supported care professionals.

At Atlantizenith Unipessoal Ltd, you will receive the training, supervision and encouragement needed to provide safe, confident and compassionate support.

You will be part of a team that values your contribution and shares one clear purpose

Delivering the best possible care through the best possible people.

Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process may include

Application review

Initial telephone conversation

Formal interview

Right-to-work and reference checks

Enhanced DBS check

Induction and mandatory training

Start of employment

DBS checks, references and right-to-work checks will be completed in line with current government guidance and safer recruitment practices.

Atlantizenith Unipessoal Ltd is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates and make recruitment decisions fairly and lawfully.

Apply Now

Are you ready to bring patience, compassion and reassurance to someone’s everyday life?

Apply today to join Atlantizenith Unipessoal Ltd as a Dementia Care Assistant.

We would love to hear from you.