Dementia Ambassador

Dementia Ambassador (Days) – Permanent Opportunity

Location: Leeds, LS15 8SE (Willow Bank Nursing Home)

Salary: Competitive Hourly Rate

Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time (Days, rolling rota over 7 days, including alternate weekends)

Reference: VA013738

A Supportive Bridge to Your Next Career Chapter

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we don’t just fill roles—we connect passionate specialists with homes where they can pioneer meaningful, positive change.

We are proud to partner with the highly respected Maria Mallaband Care Group to find an inspiring, empathetic Dementia Ambassador (Days) for their beautiful Willow Bank Nursing Home in Leeds. If you are a dedicated champion of person-centred dementia care, a natural educator, and someone who wants to shape a culture of deep understanding and joy for residents living with dementia, this unique permanent role is your calling.

Quick Role Overview

• Hourly Rate: Competitive & Rewarding Hourly Rate

• Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time or Part-Time available)

• Shift Pattern: Day shifts, working on a rolling rota over 7 days, including alternate weekends

• Experience: Strong experience and understanding of dementia care are essential, alongside a passion for coaching and mentoring others

• Location: Leeds, LS15 8SE

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Dementia Ambassador, you will be the heart, voice, and driving force behind outstanding dementia care within the home. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Championing Best Practice: Leading by example to deliver exemplary, person-centred dementia and complex care that prioritizes dignity, choice, and independence.

• Mentoring & Coaching: Serving as a supportive role model for the care and nursing teams, sharing practical strategies, and helping colleagues deepen their understanding of dementia.

• Tailoring Resident Journeys: Designing individualized, meaningful care plans and daily activities that celebrate each resident’s unique life story, personality, and preferences.

• A Bridge of Support: Providing comfort, education, and guidance to families and loved ones navigating their own dementia journeys.

• Collaborative Leadership: Partnering with the home manager, nurses, and activities teams to implement innovative, sensory, and cognitive-focused care strategies.

What We’re Looking For

To truly thrive in this role, you must bring a deep-seated passion for dementia care alongside excellent leadership and communication skills.

• Dementia Expertise: An exceptional understanding of dementia, complex care, the Mental Capacity Act (MCA), and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS).

• The Mindset: A compassionate, highly creative, and patient advocate who naturally fosters trust, openness, and happiness.

• Strong Communicator: Ability to present ideas clearly, coach colleagues constructively, and speak with families with outstanding empathy.

• Compliance: Successful candidates will be subject to a standard, fully funded Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Why You’ll Love Working Here (The Perks)

We believe those who dedicate their lives to supporting others deserve the very best. At Willow Bank, you will enjoy:

• Simply Health Scheme: Company-funded health plan providing cashback for dental, optical, prescriptions, and 24/7 virtual GP access (covers you and up to 4 children)*.

• Early Pay: The flexibility to access your earned pay prior to payday.

• Lifestyle & Retail Discounts: Fantastic savings across high street brands, gym memberships, and a free Tastecard for up to 50% off dining out.

• Free DBS Checks and a company-matched NEST Pension Scheme.

• Wellness Support: Access to an active Employee Assistance Programme and physical/mental wellbeing resources.

• Career Support: Ongoing professional development and funded specialist training opportunities to help you remain at the forefront of dementia care.

Note: Some benefits require the completion of a standard 12-week probationary period. All offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.