At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the psychological and social wellbeing of residents with dementia.
- Company: Join ExtraCare Charitable Trust at St Oswald's Retirement Village.
- Benefits: 33 days annual leave, enhanced maternity/paternity, gym access, and more.
- Other info: Empowering workplace that values authenticity and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older people every day.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of dementia and mental health, plus relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 16.02 - 16.02 £ per hour.
The ExtraCare Charitable Trust are recruiting a Dementia and Mental Wellbeing Enabler to join our friendly team at St Oswald's Retirement Village based in Gloucester. We are excited to be recruiting for a Dementia and Mental Wellbeing Enabler to support the village's commitment in delivering ExtraCare's mission of “better lives for older people”.
Benefits include:
- 33 Days Annual Leave (FTE) Pro Rata for Part Time
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity allowance
- Enhanced employer pension contribution
- Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts
- Attendance Reward
- Free Life Insurance
- Buy And Sell Holiday
- Cycle2work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Use of Onsite Gym
Role Details:
- Hours: 28 hours per week
- Contract: Permanent
- Rate: £16.02 per hour (£23,382pa, pro rata of FTE £31,351)
- Location: St Oswald's Retirement Village, Gavel Way, Gloucester, GL1 2UF
What to expect: You will be an essential member of the location team with specific responsibilities relating to the psychological and social wellbeing of residents, and will work as part of ExtraCare's wellbeing services mainly supporting residents on a one to one basis and in groups. The work can be challenging due to providing support to distressed people with potentially high emotional demands. Through person centred relationships you will learn about resident's unique experience of their condition, develop interventions that alleviate distress and where needed assist residents to access external dementia and mental health services.
Essential requirements:
- Knowledge of Dementia, Cognitive Impairment, and Mental Health conditions and experience of providing one to one support to people living with those conditions
- Caseload management experience
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of using cognitive assessments
Skills and Competencies:
- Be able to describe pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for dementia symptoms
- Ability to apply your knowledge of psychosocial and solution focused interventions to residents' problems
- Understand the limits of your role and when to escalate cases for clinical input
- Formal qualification in relevant field or relevant experience (Health & Social Care, Psychology, Counselling)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to develop empathic relationships with residents
CLOSING DATE: 04 September 2026
INTERVIEWS: Proposed w/c 07 September 2026
Do not miss out! Click ‘apply' to make an invaluable impact to the lives of others as our Dementia and Mental Wellbeing Enabler. ExtraCare strives to create a workplace that fully reflects society. We want our staff to feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and be part of a safe and supportive community. ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process. ExtraCare reserve the right to close this advertisement. Be one of the first to Apply.
Dementia and Mental Wellbeing Enabler employer: The Extracare Charitable Trust t/a Extracare Ltd
At ExtraCare, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises your well-being and professional growth. Located in the vibrant Lovat Fields Retirement Village in Milton Keynes, our Chef role not only provides a competitive salary and generous benefits but also allows you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents through quality dining experiences. Join us and enjoy a fulfilling career with opportunities for development, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Contact Details:
The Extracare Charitable Trust t/a Extracare Ltd Recruitment Team
