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Be Part of Something Exceptional – Join Hallmark Care Homes as a Dementia Care Manager

Location: Midford Manor

Hours: 40 hours per week

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Competitive

Reporting to: General Manager

At Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, we don’t just provide care — we create communities where people live with dignity, joy, and purpose. Since 1997, our family-run organisation has been driven by strong values, heartfelt relationships, and a commitment to delivering the very best in relationship-centred care.

As a Dementia Care Manager, you’ll be at the heart of that mission.

The Opportunity

This is more than a job. It’s a calling.

You’ll lead our dedicated dementia community at Midford Manor, managing and inspiring a caring team to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care. With support from our Head of Relationship Centred Care and Dementia Relationship Practitioner, you’ll champion Hallmark’s award-winning dementia strategy and help shape a vibrant, inclusive environment where residents and families feel valued, supported, and seen.

We don’t focus on tasks — we focus on people. And we’re looking for someone who shares that passion.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the day-to-day management of the dementia community
• Embedding Hallmark’s relationship-centred dementia strategy at every level
• Coaching and developing team members to deliver truly exceptional care
• Supporting families and helping them become partners in their loved ones’ care
• Building strong local links and representing Hallmark within the dementia community
• Ensuring compliance with CQC standards and Hallmark’s quality framework
• Managing assessments, care planning, audits, recruitment, and compliance

Who You Are

You are a passionate advocate for dementia care, with proven experience in managing dementia services in residential or nursing care settings. You lead with warmth, empathy, and quiet confidence — always looking to raise the bar and inspire those around you.

You’ll also bring:

• A deep understanding of person-centred and relationship-centred care
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and best practice in dementia care
• A proactive, inclusive, and approachable leadership style
• The ability to engage meaningfully with residents, families, and professionals
• The courage to challenge poor practice and drive positive change

Why Hallmark?

At Hallmark, we believe in helping people thrive — and that includes our team. When you join us, you become part of a company that is big-hearted, inclusive, and committed to your growth.

What we offer:

• A values-led culture where people truly come first
• Career development and industry-leading training
• Health and wellbeing support including pension, life assurance, and optional healthcare
• Hallmark Rewards – our exclusive perks and discount platform
• A great work-life balance in a supportive and positive environment

Please be aware that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Hallmark Care Homes is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and in the workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional options you’d like to request, please let the recruitment team know when making your application.

• To assist the manager in the running of the home in an efficient and caring manner
• To be responsible for care standards in the home.
• To be directly responsible to the Home Manager, or their appointed representative in respect of all duties performed. Subject to the terms and conditions of the contract of employment.
• Assisting with maintaining adequate staffing levels and the correct mix of staff
• Ensure that all required records are kept regarding the requirements of the Local Authority, the Health Authority and central government legislation.
• Support the Home Manager to maintain high levels of occupancy.
• To be aware of, and take responsibility for fire prevention procedures, fire prevention equipment and the training of staff with regard to fire prevention and emergency evacuation procedures.
• To undertake appropriate training and personal development to ensure that they are knowledgeable with appropriate legislation
• To take part in the pre-admission assessment of prospective residents.
• To attend call outs where necessary to ensure the safety of the home as part of planned out of hours support to the home.
• Assessing the needs of prospective and new residents and confirming that the needs of prospective residents can be met within the home
• Implementing and monitoring Care Plan systems
• Ensuring confidentiality of all information
• Liaising with GP's, nurses and other allied professionals
• Providing and maintaining a safe and secure environment
• Ensuring the provision of necessary equipment and supplies
• Meeting individual residents regularly
• Frequent communication with care staff on care issues
• Supporting family and friends of residents when necessary and appropriate to the client group
• Assisting with the monitoring of dependency levels
• Complying with the requirements of the CQC in regard to complaints

• Provide clinical leadership and expertise in dementia care.
• Develop and implement person-centred care plans.
• Oversee the quality of care delivery and clinical governance.
• Support and mentor the care team, fostering professional development.
• Conduct care assessments and risk evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and best practices.
• Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.
• Drive innovation in dementia care strategies.

• Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) or equivalent professional qualification (e.g., Social Work Degree).
• Significant experience in dementia care, including leadership responsibilities.
• In-depth knowledge of dementia, its progression, and effective care strategies.
• Strong clinical assessment and care planning skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage and motivate a remote team.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and quality improvement.
• DBS check required.

• Leading, managing, and supporting the nursing and care staff within the dementia unit.
• Developing and implementing person-centred care plans tailored to individual resident needs.
• Ensuring high standards of clinical care, including medication management and wound care.
• Conducting clinical assessments and contributing to the multidisciplinary team's care strategy.
• Promoting best practices in dementia care and staying updated with research and developments.
• Managing staff rotas, training, and professional development.
• Overseeing admissions, discharges, and transfer processes.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and CQC guidelines.
• Communicating effectively with residents, families, and external healthcare professionals.
• Acting as a clinical resource and mentor for the team.

Head of Dementia Care – Permanent Contract

Knightsbridge, London

About KYN

KYN is a highly capitalised portfolio company of Melford Capital, a private equity/ value investing hedge fund in the property sector, with a portfolio consisting of property (retail parks, warehouses, WeWork style offices) and property rich (hotels, student accommodation and care homes) investments.

We are a brand-new care home company focused on offering an elevated approach to care: Individualised journeys built around the needs and interests of our residents in beautiful surroundings with life-enriching practices.

The purpose of this role is to provide expert clinical leadership and support across the KYN care home portfolio, with a particular focus on dementia care. The role ensures the consistent delivery of exceptional clinical standards by overseeing care planning, staff competencies, medication practices, and compliance with regulatory frameworks such as CQC, DOLS, and MCA. Working collaboratively with Clinical Managers and reporting to the Director of Care and Wellness, the role drives continuous improvement through audits, training, and strategic initiatives. It champions dignity, safeguarding, and clinical effectiveness, ensuring that every resident receives high-quality, person-centred care throughout their journey. This role also plays a key part in supporting the organisation’s overarching goal of achieving outstanding care for all its residents.  

About the opportunity:

As Head of Dementia Care you will be responsible for:

• Provide clinical support across the KYN care home portfolio focusing on Dementia care and take responsibility for ensure all KYN Care home provide exceptional standards of clinical and Dementia care.
• Complete regular reviews of documentation, and complete ongoing assessments regarding staff competencies to achieve the KYN standards.
• Engage in care planning and implementation of care plans to ensure standards are maintained across the homes.
• Work within NMC codes of conduct, and ensure all nurses are complying with the same codes.
• Ensure compliance with legal boundaries at all times, including CQC/DOLS/MCA
• Effectively assess and manage risks and issues across the group.
• Develop strategies for non-drug management of challenging behaviours where appropriate, and effective reviews of prescribing of anti-psychotic medicines across the KYN portfolio of homes.
• Develop the principles of dignity, safeguarding and clinical effectiveness, and act as the lead advocate for optimal resident care and support at every stage
• Ensure a high standard of care delivery, based on the assessment of care needs and in consultation with residents, their relatives and the care team.
• Oversee medication practices across the group to ensure compliance with high risk, antipsychotics and PRN medication.
• Work together with the Clinical managers to ensure all residents receive high quality care at all times.
• Ensure the accuracy, efficiency and comprehensiveness of care documentation and complete regular audits and compliance checks.
• Ensure dementia awareness throughout the KYN Care home portfolio and across all staff team functions.
• Assist with training and development of the staff team
• Report to the Director of Care and wellness changes in compliance across the homes
• Work with the Director of Care and Wellness on projects to further enhance and support KYN care homes to achieve outstanding ratings across the care, medication and dementia care processes.

About you:

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC PIN
• Evidence of continued professional development in dementia care
• In-depth understanding of dementia (types, progression, interventions)
• Strong knowledge of clinical governance and safeguarding principles
• Understanding of national dementia strategies and NICE guidelines
• Ability to analyse clinical data and implement service improvements
• Skilled in auditing, report writing, and action planning
• Excellent communication, coaching, and influencing skills
• IT literacy (Microsoft Office, digital care systems)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior clinical role within dementia care   
• Experience managing or supporting multiple care homes or services   
• Proven track record of improving dementia care standards and outcomes   
• Experience in quality assurance and regulatory compliance (e.g., CQC/DOLS/MCA)   
• Experience in training, mentoring, and supporting clinical teams   
• Passionate advocate for person-centred dementia care
• Confident, compassionate, and clinically credible leader
• Flexible and able to travel regionally
• Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change
• Committed to promoting dignity, respect, and inclusion
• Dementia Care projects
• Desirable:
• Postgraduate qualification in dementia care, gerontology, or related field is desirable
• Leadership or management qualification (e.g., ILM, NVQ Level 5)
• Admiral Nurse

Our commitment to you:

• Competitive salary and benefit
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Bespoke company induction and on-going training programmes at all levels
• Access to the best-in-class equipment and technology
• Annual bonus (discretionary and scheme rules apply)
• Employee assistance programme and other attractive wellbeing benefits
• Discount schemes
• Company contributory pension scheme
• And much more……

To find out more about KYN, our teams and values please visit 

KYN is an equal opportunities employer.

To be considered for this role you will have to provide proof of right to work in the UK and consent to an enhanced DBS check.

To view our Privacy Policy, please visit 

Head of Dementia Care – Permanent Contract

Knightsbridge, London

About KYN

KYN is a highly capitalised portfolio company of Melford Capital, a private equity/ value investing hedge fund in the property sector, with a portfolio consisting of property (retail parks, warehouses, WeWork style offices) and property rich (hotels, student accommodation and care homes) investments.

We are a brand-new care home company focused on offering an elevated approach to care: Individualised journeys built around the needs and interests of our residents in beautiful surroundings with life-enriching practices.

The purpose of this role is to provide expert clinical leadership and support across the KYN care home portfolio, with a particular focus on dementia care. The role ensures the consistent delivery of exceptional clinical standards by overseeing care planning, staff competencies, medication practices, and compliance with regulatory frameworks such as CQC, DOLS, and MCA. Working collaboratively with Clinical Managers and reporting to the Director of Care and Wellness, the role drives continuous improvement through audits, training, and strategic initiatives. It champions dignity, safeguarding, and clinical effectiveness, ensuring that every resident receives high-quality, person-centred care throughout their journey. This role also plays a key part in supporting the organisation’s overarching goal of achieving outstanding care for all its residents.  

About the opportunity:

As Head of Dementia Care you will be responsible for:

• Provide clinical support across the KYN care home portfolio focusing on Dementia care and take responsibility for ensure all KYN Care home provide exceptional standards of clinical and Dementia care.
• Complete regular reviews of documentation, and complete ongoing assessments regarding staff competencies to achieve the KYN standards.
• Engage in care planning and implementation of care plans to ensure standards are maintained across the homes.
• Work within NMC codes of conduct, and ensure all nurses are complying with the same codes.
• Ensure compliance with legal boundaries at all times, including CQC/DOLS/MCA
• Effectively assess and manage risks and issues across the group.
• Develop strategies for non-drug management of challenging behaviours where appropriate, and effective reviews of prescribing of anti-psychotic medicines across the KYN portfolio of homes.
• Develop the principles of dignity, safeguarding and clinical effectiveness, and act as the lead advocate for optimal resident care and support at every stage
• Ensure a high standard of care delivery, based on the assessment of care needs and in consultation with residents, their relatives and the care team.
• Oversee medication practices across the group to ensure compliance with high risk, antipsychotics and PRN medication.
• Work together with the Clinical managers to ensure all residents receive high quality care at all times.
• Ensure the accuracy, efficiency and comprehensiveness of care documentation and complete regular audits and compliance checks.
• Ensure dementia awareness throughout the KYN Care home portfolio and across all staff team functions.
• Assist with training and development of the staff team
• Report to the Director of Care and wellness changes in compliance across the homes
• Work with the Director of Care and Wellness on projects to further enhance and support KYN care homes to achieve outstanding ratings across the care, medication and dementia care processes.

About you:

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC PIN
• Evidence of continued professional development in dementia care
• In-depth understanding of dementia (types, progression, interventions)
• Strong knowledge of clinical governance and safeguarding principles
• Understanding of national dementia strategies and NICE guidelines
• Ability to analyse clinical data and implement service improvements
• Skilled in auditing, report writing, and action planning
• Excellent communication, coaching, and influencing skills
• IT literacy (Microsoft Office, digital care systems)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior clinical role within dementia care   
• Experience managing or supporting multiple care homes or services   
• Proven track record of improving dementia care standards and outcomes   
• Experience in quality assurance and regulatory compliance (e.g., CQC/DOLS/MCA)   
• Experience in training, mentoring, and supporting clinical teams   
• Passionate advocate for person-centred dementia care
• Confident, compassionate, and clinically credible leader
• Flexible and able to travel regionally
• Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change
• Committed to promoting dignity, respect, and inclusion
• Dementia Care projects

Our commitment to you:

• Competitive salary and benefit
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Bespoke company induction and on-going training programmes at all levels
• Access to the best-in-class equipment and technology
• Annual bonus (discretionary and scheme rules apply)
• Employee assistance programme and other attractive wellbeing benefits
• Discount schemes
• Company contributory pension scheme
• And much more……

To find out more about KYN, our teams and values please visit 

KYN is an equal opportunities employer.

To be considered for this role you will have to provide proof of right to work in the UK and consent to an enhanced DBS check.

To view our Privacy Policy, please visit 

• Provide remote emotional and practical support to individuals with dementia and their families.
• Conduct virtual client assessments and develop personalized care plans.
• Monitor client well-being and progress through regular remote check-ins.
• Coordinate care services with healthcare professionals and community resources.
• Offer guidance and support to family members and caregivers.
• Implement person-centred care approaches tailored for dementia.
• Manage and maintain digital client records and care documentation.
• Mentor and provide remote supervision to junior support staff.
• Identify and address clients' changing needs and preferences.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant policies and procedures.

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health and Social Care or Dementia Care.
• 3+ years of experience in direct care provision, with a specialization in dementia care.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a remote setting.
• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency with video conferencing and digital care platforms.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and empathy skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and person-centred care principles.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively.
• Experience in mentoring or supervising junior staff is a plus.

THIS ROLE IS AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFIED NURSES ONLY

RMN Unit Manager

£26.00 per Hour

Essential you have experience and understanding of Complex Dementia Care in a nursng home setting .

16 hours of this post are supernumery the balance is to be on the floor

The Unit Manager assists the Care Manager with professional and administrative duties and is responsible to the Manager for the care /nursing matt.