About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you have anentrepreneurial approach and aproven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity tobe part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) t click apply for full job details
About The Role Do you have an entrepreneurial approach and a proven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity to be part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) to join on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week on a permanent contract. This is a home-based role, though you will be required to travel to attend donor meetings and some team-based meetings and training, so you must reside in the UK, have the correct right to work documents to work in the UK and able to travel to our London flagship office when required. This is a hugely exciting time to work for the UK's leading dementia charity. The Major Donor team is growing fast, doubling their income target last year to fund even more critical dementia support services and research. As Philanthropy Manager you will help us to reach our goal of securing £5+ million a year from Major Donors by 2027. At the heart of our ambition is forging powerful partnerships with philanthropic supporters across all communities and regions. As part of our team, you'll help unlock funding for a pipeline of groundbreaking research and transformational projects that are set to change lives. From pioneering clinical trials and cutting-edge scientific discoveries to tackling health inequalities and delivering vital, on-the-ground support for people affected by dementia-our work is bold, far-reaching, and deeply needed. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors who share our vision for a better future. In this role, you will work with the Major Donor Lead to forge new relationships, grow our prospect pipeline and build connections with sector specialists (such as wealth managers). We are committed to ensuring our work reaches and reflects every community. We are especially keen to deepen our engagement with South Asian communities, where we have dedicated support programmes and a growing base of supporters. This role will give you the chance to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia Interviews for this role have been provisionally scheduled to take place on Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th September. About you Joining us, you will have a proven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals. You will have an entrepreneurial approach and be able to demonstrate how you have secured new opportunities and built lasting relationships and long-term income. You will be a confident and engaging communicator, adept at collaborating with stakeholders internally and externally. You must understand the motivations of social impact investing for supporters and be curious and highly motivated about ending the devastation caused by dementia. This role provides a great opportunity for an established fundraiser to grow our pipeline, an area that we know has huge potential for growth. You will get the opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and vital programmes of work that provide help and hope for everyone affected by dementia. You will have either be able to build or have pre-existing (personal or professional) links to South Asian communities. You will be able to develop a cultural insight, or experience working within these networks, you will play a vital role in helping us build trust, broaden our reach, and connect new prospects to the Society's ambitious vision. What you'll focus on: - Forging close relationships with philanthropists, with a focus on engaging the South Asian community with our work. - Managing a portfolio of donors, to provide our supporters with best in sector stewardship. - Building networks with philanthropic 'intermediaries', such as private wealth managers and family offices. - Cross-team working with our Insurance United Against Dementia and Sport United Against Dementia development boards, to grow our philanthropic networks. About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what's our mission? Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. Our hiring process We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we're happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours' notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart. Giving back to you At Alzheimer's Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You'll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Bupa Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.
Aug 15, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you have an entrepreneurial approach and a proven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity to be part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) to join on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week on a permanent contract. This is a home-based role, though you will be required to travel to attend donor meetings and some team-based meetings and training, so you must reside in the UK, have the correct right to work documents to work in the UK and able to travel to our London flagship office when required. This is a hugely exciting time to work for the UK's leading dementia charity. The Major Donor team is growing fast, doubling their income target last year to fund even more critical dementia support services and research. As Philanthropy Manager you will help us to reach our goal of securing £5+ million a year from Major Donors by 2027. At the heart of our ambition is forging powerful partnerships with philanthropic supporters across all communities and regions. As part of our team, you'll help unlock funding for a pipeline of groundbreaking research and transformational projects that are set to change lives. From pioneering clinical trials and cutting-edge scientific discoveries to tackling health inequalities and delivering vital, on-the-ground support for people affected by dementia-our work is bold, far-reaching, and deeply needed. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors who share our vision for a better future. In this role, you will work with the Major Donor Lead to forge new relationships, grow our prospect pipeline and build connections with sector specialists (such as wealth managers). We are committed to ensuring our work reaches and reflects every community. We are especially keen to deepen our engagement with South Asian communities, where we have dedicated support programmes and a growing base of supporters. This role will give you the chance to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia Interviews for this role have been provisionally scheduled to take place on Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th September. About you Joining us, you will have a proven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals. You will have an entrepreneurial approach and be able to demonstrate how you have secured new opportunities and built lasting relationships and long-term income. You will be a confident and engaging communicator, adept at collaborating with stakeholders internally and externally. You must understand the motivations of social impact investing for supporters and be curious and highly motivated about ending the devastation caused by dementia. This role provides a great opportunity for an established fundraiser to grow our pipeline, an area that we know has huge potential for growth. You will get the opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and vital programmes of work that provide help and hope for everyone affected by dementia. You will have either be able to build or have pre-existing (personal or professional) links to South Asian communities. You will be able to develop a cultural insight, or experience working within these networks, you will play a vital role in helping us build trust, broaden our reach, and connect new prospects to the Society's ambitious vision. What you'll focus on: - Forging close relationships with philanthropists, with a focus on engaging the South Asian community with our work. - Managing a portfolio of donors, to provide our supporters with best in sector stewardship. - Building networks with philanthropic 'intermediaries', such as private wealth managers and family offices. - Cross-team working with our Insurance United Against Dementia and Sport United Against Dementia development boards, to grow our philanthropic networks. About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what's our mission? Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. Our hiring process We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we're happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours' notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart. Giving back to you At Alzheimer's Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You'll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Bupa Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.
About The Role Do you thrive on building genuine connections that bring communities together and create lasting change? Are you energised by the thought of empowering volunteers and amplifying the voices of those with lived experience? There's never been a more exciting time to join the Alzheimer's Society. We're on a bold journey and we're looking for passionate, driven individuals to help us get there. We are proud to be able to offer an integral and rewarding role to join the Alzheimer's Society as a Local Communities and Volunteering Officer. The successful individual will be at the heart of our work with local communities in the Gwent and Powys county areas, to build trust, raise awareness, and connect people affected by dementia to our incredible information, support and services. You will build meaningful and trusted relationships, organise and attend events, and engage a passionate network of volunteers across the region/area through face to face and online events. You will report to the Local Communities and Volunteering Lead and collaborate with Local Services Managers, to help bring our community engagement plans to life-with a strong focus on reaching underserved communities. We are searching for an individual who aligns with our values, someone who is determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, a Trusted Expert who believes in working Better Together and who demonstrates true Compassion. This role requires extensive travel across the Gwent and Powys county areas and will also include home working. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role. We're committed to flexible working and welcome conversations about how we can support your needs. About you We're looking for a natural relationship-builder who sees the power in every community connection. You're someone who believes that meaningful change happens when people come together, and you have the skills and passion to make that vision a reality. Whether you're coordinating events, engaging volunteers, or building bridges with community leaders, you approach every interaction with authenticity and purpose. You'll have: - Good foundational knowledge of community engagement and involvement, with an understanding of the importance of including the voice of lived experience. - Comfortable and confident coordinating and delivering engaging talks, presentations, and information-sharing events for diverse stakeholders. - A proactive, motivated approach driven by passion for creating positive impact and meaningful reach within local communities through volunteer collaboration. - Excellent communication skills that enable you to confidently build and maintain relationships across a wide spectrum. From people living with dementia to community leaders. - Genuine enthusiasm for the vital role volunteers play in community work, backed by hands-on experience successfully engaging volunteers to support your work. What you'll focus on: - Growing our impact and reach through work with local communities and volunteers. - Representing Alzheimer's Society externally, sharing information relating to dementia, support and services. - Gathering insight and learning from collaboration with communities to share with other teams and directorates - Recruiting and role managing community volunteers. Please note: This role is a fixed term contract spanning 12 months. Important Dates The deadline for applications is 23:59 Monday 31st August. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 17th September. A presentation task will be provided. About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. Our hiring process During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply. Please also contact Alzheimer's Society Talent Acquisition Team via for application support or any adjustments you might need. To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice. We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice. We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a DBS check at the relevant level. Giving back to you Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society.
Aug 14, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you thrive on building genuine connections that bring communities together and create lasting change? Are you energised by the thought of empowering volunteers and amplifying the voices of those with lived experience? There's never been a more exciting time to join the Alzheimer's Society. We're on a bold journey and we're looking for passionate, driven individuals to help us get there. We are proud to be able to offer an integral and rewarding role to join the Alzheimer's Society as a Local Communities and Volunteering Officer. The successful individual will be at the heart of our work with local communities in the Gwent and Powys county areas, to build trust, raise awareness, and connect people affected by dementia to our incredible information, support and services. You will build meaningful and trusted relationships, organise and attend events, and engage a passionate network of volunteers across the region/area through face to face and online events. You will report to the Local Communities and Volunteering Lead and collaborate with Local Services Managers, to help bring our community engagement plans to life-with a strong focus on reaching underserved communities. We are searching for an individual who aligns with our values, someone who is determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, a Trusted Expert who believes in working Better Together and who demonstrates true Compassion. This role requires extensive travel across the Gwent and Powys county areas and will also include home working. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role. We're committed to flexible working and welcome conversations about how we can support your needs. About you We're looking for a natural relationship-builder who sees the power in every community connection. You're someone who believes that meaningful change happens when people come together, and you have the skills and passion to make that vision a reality. Whether you're coordinating events, engaging volunteers, or building bridges with community leaders, you approach every interaction with authenticity and purpose. You'll have: - Good foundational knowledge of community engagement and involvement, with an understanding of the importance of including the voice of lived experience. - Comfortable and confident coordinating and delivering engaging talks, presentations, and information-sharing events for diverse stakeholders. - A proactive, motivated approach driven by passion for creating positive impact and meaningful reach within local communities through volunteer collaboration. - Excellent communication skills that enable you to confidently build and maintain relationships across a wide spectrum. From people living with dementia to community leaders. - Genuine enthusiasm for the vital role volunteers play in community work, backed by hands-on experience successfully engaging volunteers to support your work. What you'll focus on: - Growing our impact and reach through work with local communities and volunteers. - Representing Alzheimer's Society externally, sharing information relating to dementia, support and services. - Gathering insight and learning from collaboration with communities to share with other teams and directorates - Recruiting and role managing community volunteers. Please note: This role is a fixed term contract spanning 12 months. Important Dates The deadline for applications is 23:59 Monday 31st August. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 17th September. A presentation task will be provided. About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. Our hiring process During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply. Please also contact Alzheimer's Society Talent Acquisition Team via for application support or any adjustments you might need. To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice. We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice. We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a DBS check at the relevant level. Giving back to you Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society.
About The Role Are you a dynamic leader ready to shape the future of dementia support in your community? At Alzheimer's Society, we're looking for a Local Services Manager who's not just operationally excellentbut visionary, compassionate, and driven to make a real difference. This is your opportunity to lead from the frontempowering teams, influencing local systems, and ensuring that people affected click apply for full job details
Aug 13, 2025
Full time
About The Role Are you a dynamic leader ready to shape the future of dementia support in your community? At Alzheimer's Society, we're looking for a Local Services Manager who's not just operationally excellentbut visionary, compassionate, and driven to make a real difference. This is your opportunity to lead from the frontempowering teams, influencing local systems, and ensuring that people affected click apply for full job details
About The Role We are offering a great opportunity to join our team as a Dementia Adviser, providing personalised support to people diagnosed with dementia and their carers! As a Dementia Adviser, you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support, information, and guidance to people with dementia and their carers; helping to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives. The service is unique to each service user as it is based upon their personal circumstances and support needs. You will offer support to your clients in a variety of ways, whether in the client's own home, or at other locations in the community, face to face, by phone, letter, or email. You will also assist service users to access other services, providing signposting and referrals. You will be supporting people living in the western border of Newcastle upon Tyne along the Tyne Valley to the Cumbrian border in the west, south to the border with Co. Durham and north to the Scottish border. Some parts of the area are remote, rural communities and you will need to be able to travel throughout the area. Interviews will take place on the 9th September Your role as a Dementia Adviser will include - Providing a person-centred and outcomes focused information, advice and support service to people affected by dementia and their carers. - Identifying people's needs and the services they may wish to access, give advice about how to live well with dementia and support the improvement of their sense of wellbeing. - Working from home, but you will be spending time in the community completing home visits, promoting our service at events and occasionally giving dementia awareness talks to groups - It would be preferable for the post holder to work in the area and travel expenses are only paid for travel within the area specified. - Working with a variety of other professionals, such as GPs, memory clinic staff and other health and social care services. About you - Ability and interest in supporting people to maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being, and help them take more control of their lives. - Understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers would be an advantage but if you have had experience supporting with other diagnosis or support requirements this would be taken into consideration. - Experience with communicating with a wide range of people, adapting your approach to ensure understanding at all levels. - Able to network effectively and collaborating with other professionals to achieve a positive outcome for people. - Good IT skills, experience working with databases and virtual meeting software (Teams / Zoom). - The ability to travel across the local area independently when and often as required. About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what's our mission? Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. Our hiring process We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we're happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours' notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart. Giving back to you At Alzheimer's Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You'll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Bupa Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.
Aug 12, 2025
Full time
About The Role We are offering a great opportunity to join our team as a Dementia Adviser, providing personalised support to people diagnosed with dementia and their carers! As a Dementia Adviser, you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support, information, and guidance to people with dementia and their carers; helping to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives. The service is unique to each service user as it is based upon their personal circumstances and support needs. You will offer support to your clients in a variety of ways, whether in the client's own home, or at other locations in the community, face to face, by phone, letter, or email. You will also assist service users to access other services, providing signposting and referrals. You will be supporting people living in the western border of Newcastle upon Tyne along the Tyne Valley to the Cumbrian border in the west, south to the border with Co. Durham and north to the Scottish border. Some parts of the area are remote, rural communities and you will need to be able to travel throughout the area. Interviews will take place on the 9th September Your role as a Dementia Adviser will include - Providing a person-centred and outcomes focused information, advice and support service to people affected by dementia and their carers. - Identifying people's needs and the services they may wish to access, give advice about how to live well with dementia and support the improvement of their sense of wellbeing. - Working from home, but you will be spending time in the community completing home visits, promoting our service at events and occasionally giving dementia awareness talks to groups - It would be preferable for the post holder to work in the area and travel expenses are only paid for travel within the area specified. - Working with a variety of other professionals, such as GPs, memory clinic staff and other health and social care services. About you - Ability and interest in supporting people to maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being, and help them take more control of their lives. - Understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers would be an advantage but if you have had experience supporting with other diagnosis or support requirements this would be taken into consideration. - Experience with communicating with a wide range of people, adapting your approach to ensure understanding at all levels. - Able to network effectively and collaborating with other professionals to achieve a positive outcome for people. - Good IT skills, experience working with databases and virtual meeting software (Teams / Zoom). - The ability to travel across the local area independently when and often as required. About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what's our mission? Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. Our hiring process We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we're happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours' notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart. Giving back to you At Alzheimer's Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You'll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Bupa Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Dementia Adviser, working within the Dementia Wellbeing Service in Bristol. A partnership organisation bringing together the NHS and the Alzheimer's Society, as a Dementia Adviser within the service you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver dementia support, signposting and advice across the city. This is a role that allows you to make a real difference in the lives of those affected by dementia. About you We are looking for someone who: - is passionate about supporting people to maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being, and help them to live well with dementia. - has professional or personal experience of dementia and the challenges people affected by it may face. - is comfortable working in the community - meeting people in their homes to deliver dementia support. - is able to manage difficult conversations and adopt a non-judgemental approach. - can network effectively and collaborate with other professionals to achieve positive outcomes for people. - is capable of managing a caseload of service users effectively and independently, ensuring face to face reviews and telephone contacts happen within expected timescales. - has strong written communication skills and can write case notes with clarity, accuracy and timeliness. Previous experience of writing case notes is not required. - has the ability to travel across the local area independently as often as required Interviews will take place on the 8th September What you'll focus on: - Managing an existing caseload of service users as well as new referrals to deliver ongoing post-diagnostic support. - Working collaboratively with NHS clinicians to ensure the right support is offered to people at the right time. - Writing and updating of 'Wellbeing Plans' that capture a person's history, current support needs, and future wishes. - Supporting our peer-support groups, delivering carers education courses and engaging in awareness raising events in the community. - Identifying service user support needs and referring onwards to appropriate organisations (e.g. social services, other charity organisations). About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. Giving back to you Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society.
Aug 12, 2025
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Dementia Adviser, working within the Dementia Wellbeing Service in Bristol. A partnership organisation bringing together the NHS and the Alzheimer's Society, as a Dementia Adviser within the service you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver dementia support, signposting and advice across the city. This is a role that allows you to make a real difference in the lives of those affected by dementia. About you We are looking for someone who: - is passionate about supporting people to maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being, and help them to live well with dementia. - has professional or personal experience of dementia and the challenges people affected by it may face. - is comfortable working in the community - meeting people in their homes to deliver dementia support. - is able to manage difficult conversations and adopt a non-judgemental approach. - can network effectively and collaborate with other professionals to achieve positive outcomes for people. - is capable of managing a caseload of service users effectively and independently, ensuring face to face reviews and telephone contacts happen within expected timescales. - has strong written communication skills and can write case notes with clarity, accuracy and timeliness. Previous experience of writing case notes is not required. - has the ability to travel across the local area independently as often as required Interviews will take place on the 8th September What you'll focus on: - Managing an existing caseload of service users as well as new referrals to deliver ongoing post-diagnostic support. - Working collaboratively with NHS clinicians to ensure the right support is offered to people at the right time. - Writing and updating of 'Wellbeing Plans' that capture a person's history, current support needs, and future wishes. - Supporting our peer-support groups, delivering carers education courses and engaging in awareness raising events in the community. - Identifying service user support needs and referring onwards to appropriate organisations (e.g. social services, other charity organisations). About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. Giving back to you Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society.
Do you thrive on building genuine connections that bring communities together and create lasting change? Are you energised by the thought of empowering volunteers and amplifying the voices of those with lived experience? There s never been a more exciting time to join the Alzheimer s Society. We re on a bold journey and we re looking for passionate, driven individuals to help us get there. We are proud to be able to offer an integral and rewarding role to join the Alzheimer s Society as a Local Communities and Volunteering Officer. The successful individual will be at the heart of our work with local communities in the Southwest, to build trust, raise awareness, and connect people affected by dementia to our incredible information, support and services. You will build meaningful and trusted relationships, organise and attend events, and engage a passionate network of volunteers across the region/area through face to face and online events. You will report to the Local Communities and Volunteering Lead and collaborate with Local Services Managers, to help bring our community engagement plans to life with a strong focus on reaching underserved communities. We are searching for an individual who aligns with our values, someone who is determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, a Trusted Expert who believes in working Better Together and who demonstrates true Compassion. This role requires extensive travel across Southwest England and will also include home working. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role. We re committed to flexible working and welcome conversations about how we can support your needs. Areas this role will cover include: Gloucestershire, South Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Somerset (incl. North and East), Bath, Bristol, Somerset, Devon and Cornwall. You must live within a reasonable commutable distance to these areas. About you We're looking for a natural relationship-builder who sees the power in every community connection. You're someone who believes that meaningful change happens when people come together, and you have the skills and passion to make that vision a reality. Whether you're coordinating events, engaging volunteers, or building bridges with community leaders, you approach every interaction with authenticity and purpose. You ll have: Good foundational knowledge of community engagement and involvement, with an understanding of the importance of including the voice of lived experience. Comfortable and confident coordinating and delivering engaging talks, presentations, and information-sharing events for diverse stakeholders. A proactive, motivated approach driven by passion for creating positive impact and meaningful reach within local communities through volunteer collaboration. Excellent communication skills that enable you to confidently build and maintain relationships across a wide spectrum. From people living with dementia to community leaders. Genuine enthusiasm for the vital role volunteers play in community work, backed by hands-on experience successfully engaging volunteers to support your work. What you ll focus on: Growing our impact and reach through work with local communities and volunteers. Representing Alzheimer s Society externally, sharing information relating to dementia, support and services. Gathering insight and learning from collaboration with communities to share with other teams and directorates Recruiting and role managing community volunteers. Please note : This role is a fixed term contract spanning 12 months. Important Dates The deadline for applications is 23:59 Monday 25th August. Interviews will take place on Friday 5th September and a presentation task will be provided. About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the UK s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer s Society, we re the UK s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. Giving back to you Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it s like to be an employee at the Society.
Aug 11, 2025
Full time
Do you thrive on building genuine connections that bring communities together and create lasting change? Are you energised by the thought of empowering volunteers and amplifying the voices of those with lived experience? There s never been a more exciting time to join the Alzheimer s Society. We re on a bold journey and we re looking for passionate, driven individuals to help us get there. We are proud to be able to offer an integral and rewarding role to join the Alzheimer s Society as a Local Communities and Volunteering Officer. The successful individual will be at the heart of our work with local communities in the Southwest, to build trust, raise awareness, and connect people affected by dementia to our incredible information, support and services. You will build meaningful and trusted relationships, organise and attend events, and engage a passionate network of volunteers across the region/area through face to face and online events. You will report to the Local Communities and Volunteering Lead and collaborate with Local Services Managers, to help bring our community engagement plans to life with a strong focus on reaching underserved communities. We are searching for an individual who aligns with our values, someone who is determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, a Trusted Expert who believes in working Better Together and who demonstrates true Compassion. This role requires extensive travel across Southwest England and will also include home working. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role. We re committed to flexible working and welcome conversations about how we can support your needs. Areas this role will cover include: Gloucestershire, South Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Somerset (incl. North and East), Bath, Bristol, Somerset, Devon and Cornwall. You must live within a reasonable commutable distance to these areas. About you We're looking for a natural relationship-builder who sees the power in every community connection. You're someone who believes that meaningful change happens when people come together, and you have the skills and passion to make that vision a reality. Whether you're coordinating events, engaging volunteers, or building bridges with community leaders, you approach every interaction with authenticity and purpose. You ll have: Good foundational knowledge of community engagement and involvement, with an understanding of the importance of including the voice of lived experience. Comfortable and confident coordinating and delivering engaging talks, presentations, and information-sharing events for diverse stakeholders. A proactive, motivated approach driven by passion for creating positive impact and meaningful reach within local communities through volunteer collaboration. Excellent communication skills that enable you to confidently build and maintain relationships across a wide spectrum. From people living with dementia to community leaders. Genuine enthusiasm for the vital role volunteers play in community work, backed by hands-on experience successfully engaging volunteers to support your work. What you ll focus on: Growing our impact and reach through work with local communities and volunteers. Representing Alzheimer s Society externally, sharing information relating to dementia, support and services. Gathering insight and learning from collaboration with communities to share with other teams and directorates Recruiting and role managing community volunteers. Please note : This role is a fixed term contract spanning 12 months. Important Dates The deadline for applications is 23:59 Monday 25th August. Interviews will take place on Friday 5th September and a presentation task will be provided. About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the UK s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer s Society, we re the UK s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. Giving back to you Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it s like to be an employee at the Society.
About The Role Do you thrive on building genuine connections that bring communities together and create lasting change? Are you energised by the thought of empowering volunteers and amplifying the voices of those with lived experience? There s never been a more exciting time to join the Alzheimer s Society. We re on a bold journey and we re looking for passionate, driven individuals to help us get there. We are proud to be able to offer an integral and rewarding role to join the Alzheimer s Society as a Local Communities and Volunteering Officer. The successful individual will be at the heart of our work with local communities in the Southeast, to build trust, raise awareness, and connect people affected by dementia to our incredible information, support and services. You will build meaningful and trusted relationships, organise and attend events, and engage a passionate network of volunteers across the region/area through face to face and online events. You will report to the Local Communities and Volunteering Lead and collaborate with Local Services Managers, to help bring our community engagement plans to life with a strong focus on reaching underserved communities. We are searching for an individual who aligns with our values, someone who is determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, a Trusted Expert who believes in working Better Together and who demonstrates true Compassion. This role requires extensive travel across Southeast England and will also include home working. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role. We re committed to flexible working and welcome conversations about how we can support your needs. Areas this role will cover include: Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Hampshire and Islands, Surrey, Sussex, Kent, and Dorset. You must live within a reasonable commutable distance to these areas. About you We're looking for a natural relationship-builder who sees the power in every community connection. You're someone who believes that meaningful change happens when people come together, and you have the skills and passion to make that vision a reality. Whether you're coordinating events, engaging volunteers, or building bridges with community leaders, you approach every interaction with authenticity and purpose. You ll have: Good foundational knowledge of community engagement and involvement, with an understanding of the importance of including the voice of lived experience. Comfortable and confident coordinating and delivering engaging talks, presentations, and information-sharing events for diverse stakeholders. A proactive, motivated approach driven by passion for creating positive impact and meaningful reach within local communities through volunteer collaboration. Excellent communication skills that enable you to confidently build and maintain relationships across a wide spectrum. From people living with dementia to community leaders. Genuine enthusiasm for the vital role volunteers play in community work, backed by hands-on experience successfully engaging volunteers to support your work. What you ll focus on: Growing our impact and reach through work with local communities and volunteers. Representing Alzheimer s Society externally, sharing information relating to dementia, support and services. Gathering insight and learning from collaboration with communities to share with other teams and directorates Recruiting and role managing community volunteers. Please note: This role is a fixed term contract spanning 12 months. Important Dates The deadline for applications is 23:59 Monday 25th August. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 10th September and Thursday 11th September. A presentation task will be provided. About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the UK s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer s Society, we re the UK s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. Giving back to you Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it s like to be an employee at the Society.
Aug 08, 2025
Full time
About The Role Do you thrive on building genuine connections that bring communities together and create lasting change? Are you energised by the thought of empowering volunteers and amplifying the voices of those with lived experience? There s never been a more exciting time to join the Alzheimer s Society. We re on a bold journey and we re looking for passionate, driven individuals to help us get there. We are proud to be able to offer an integral and rewarding role to join the Alzheimer s Society as a Local Communities and Volunteering Officer. The successful individual will be at the heart of our work with local communities in the Southeast, to build trust, raise awareness, and connect people affected by dementia to our incredible information, support and services. You will build meaningful and trusted relationships, organise and attend events, and engage a passionate network of volunteers across the region/area through face to face and online events. You will report to the Local Communities and Volunteering Lead and collaborate with Local Services Managers, to help bring our community engagement plans to life with a strong focus on reaching underserved communities. We are searching for an individual who aligns with our values, someone who is determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, a Trusted Expert who believes in working Better Together and who demonstrates true Compassion. This role requires extensive travel across Southeast England and will also include home working. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role. We re committed to flexible working and welcome conversations about how we can support your needs. Areas this role will cover include: Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Hampshire and Islands, Surrey, Sussex, Kent, and Dorset. You must live within a reasonable commutable distance to these areas. About you We're looking for a natural relationship-builder who sees the power in every community connection. You're someone who believes that meaningful change happens when people come together, and you have the skills and passion to make that vision a reality. Whether you're coordinating events, engaging volunteers, or building bridges with community leaders, you approach every interaction with authenticity and purpose. You ll have: Good foundational knowledge of community engagement and involvement, with an understanding of the importance of including the voice of lived experience. Comfortable and confident coordinating and delivering engaging talks, presentations, and information-sharing events for diverse stakeholders. A proactive, motivated approach driven by passion for creating positive impact and meaningful reach within local communities through volunteer collaboration. Excellent communication skills that enable you to confidently build and maintain relationships across a wide spectrum. From people living with dementia to community leaders. Genuine enthusiasm for the vital role volunteers play in community work, backed by hands-on experience successfully engaging volunteers to support your work. What you ll focus on: Growing our impact and reach through work with local communities and volunteers. Representing Alzheimer s Society externally, sharing information relating to dementia, support and services. Gathering insight and learning from collaboration with communities to share with other teams and directorates Recruiting and role managing community volunteers. Please note: This role is a fixed term contract spanning 12 months. Important Dates The deadline for applications is 23:59 Monday 25th August. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 10th September and Thursday 11th September. A presentation task will be provided. About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the UK s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer s Society, we re the UK s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. Giving back to you Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it s like to be an employee at the Society.
About The Role Location: Manchester and surrounding area (community based role) Contract: Permanent We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. We would love to hear about why you want to work with the Alzheimer's Society! Tell us a little more about yourself in a supporting statement when submitting your application. We're excited to offer an opportunity to join our expanding Training and Partnerships team. As a Dementia Trainer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based training to various stakeholders across different sectors. Your role will involve upskilling individuals on what excellent dementia support and care looks like. In this position, you will regularly facilitate discussions and guide learners through the learning process to ensure each session meets its intended outcomes. Empathy and understanding of both learners and individuals affected by dementia are essential. You will also need to challenge misconceptions about dementia in a respectful manner while promoting best practices. You will be responsible for delivering a range of training courses, with travel required in and around the North West of England and the surrounding area, please be aware that this post is not restricted to the North West region. We will work with you to establish and agree travel distances and times as this can vary depending on the requirements of training clients. Additionally, you may be asked to deliver training virtually, and we will work with you to ensure that both in-person and virtual delivery is managed effectively. About you To successfully deliver these training sessions, you will need to demonstrate a strong understanding of a broad range of topics related to dementia. We have a suite of courses in place, and you will be responsible for delivering these to various sectors, including Health and Social Care, as well as corporate organisations. We are seeking an engaging and motivated individual who can interact effectively with a diverse range of people and organisations. While you will not be responsible for developing the training materials, you will need to incorporate sector-specific examples to ensure the sessions are relevant to the learners. We also expect you to: - Deliver high quality engaging training sessions virtually or face-to-face - Clearly communicate your availability to the team coordinating the training - Collaborate with the Training and Partnerships team to ensure regular feedback to shared and contribute to development ideas Advert Closing date: 4th March Interview Date: W/C 11th March About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time. There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone. At Alzheimer's Society we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We're here for everyone living with dementia. As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK's largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia. Our Values We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia. Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don't shy away from challenges. Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia. Equal Opportunities We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.
Mar 07, 2025
Full time
About The Role Location: Manchester and surrounding area (community based role) Contract: Permanent We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. We would love to hear about why you want to work with the Alzheimer's Society! Tell us a little more about yourself in a supporting statement when submitting your application. We're excited to offer an opportunity to join our expanding Training and Partnerships team. As a Dementia Trainer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based training to various stakeholders across different sectors. Your role will involve upskilling individuals on what excellent dementia support and care looks like. In this position, you will regularly facilitate discussions and guide learners through the learning process to ensure each session meets its intended outcomes. Empathy and understanding of both learners and individuals affected by dementia are essential. You will also need to challenge misconceptions about dementia in a respectful manner while promoting best practices. You will be responsible for delivering a range of training courses, with travel required in and around the North West of England and the surrounding area, please be aware that this post is not restricted to the North West region. We will work with you to establish and agree travel distances and times as this can vary depending on the requirements of training clients. Additionally, you may be asked to deliver training virtually, and we will work with you to ensure that both in-person and virtual delivery is managed effectively. About you To successfully deliver these training sessions, you will need to demonstrate a strong understanding of a broad range of topics related to dementia. We have a suite of courses in place, and you will be responsible for delivering these to various sectors, including Health and Social Care, as well as corporate organisations. We are seeking an engaging and motivated individual who can interact effectively with a diverse range of people and organisations. While you will not be responsible for developing the training materials, you will need to incorporate sector-specific examples to ensure the sessions are relevant to the learners. We also expect you to: - Deliver high quality engaging training sessions virtually or face-to-face - Clearly communicate your availability to the team coordinating the training - Collaborate with the Training and Partnerships team to ensure regular feedback to shared and contribute to development ideas Advert Closing date: 4th March Interview Date: W/C 11th March About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time. There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone. At Alzheimer's Society we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We're here for everyone living with dementia. As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK's largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia. Our Values We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia. Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don't shy away from challenges. Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia. Equal Opportunities We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.
About The Role We have an amazing opportunity to join us at the Alzheimer's Society and be part of the Gwent Dementia Support Service as a Dementia Adviser. The Dementia Support service provides personalised advice, guidance and support to people living with dementia and their carers. As a Dementia Adviser covering the Gwent area you will work closely with the Memory Assessment Services, Social services and other third sector agencies attending meeting's with or on behalf of the person you are supporting. The service is unique to each service user, as it is based upon their personal circumstances and support needs. As a Dementia Adviser you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support and guidance at the point of diagnosis and throughout a person's dementia journey. Providing this early intervention, we can help people understand their type of dementia, manage ongoing daily living needs, take control of their health and wellbeing and provide access to relevant local services. Our Dementia Adviser's support people in their homes, being able to interact face to face, over the telephone and virtually, helping to give people the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about their future. We also provide peer support services to ensure people affected by dementia are able to meet others in a similar situation, access the support they need whilst enjoying meaningful and engaging activities. As a Dementia Adviser you will facilitate, organise and promote these peer support services, whilst brining an enthusiastic and positive approach. About you We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated individual, with an understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers. You will have: - Excellent non-judgmental communication and listening skills. - Strong organisational and time management skills in order to manage your diary and caseload of clients effectively. - Ability to assess client need along with the understanding of client confidentially is essential. - Be empathetic and non-judgmental in your approach with a commitment to equal opportunity. - You will also be committed to putting people affected by dementia at the heart of everything we do, to make the service the best it can be. - Preferably experience of working with a wide variety of relevant agencies and great networking and influencing skills are essential. - You should have good IT skills and the ability to embrace occasional changes in IT tools. - Have the ability and means to be able to travel independently throughout Gwent. Interview date: 20th and 21st March
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
About The Role We have an amazing opportunity to join us at the Alzheimer's Society and be part of the Gwent Dementia Support Service as a Dementia Adviser. The Dementia Support service provides personalised advice, guidance and support to people living with dementia and their carers. As a Dementia Adviser covering the Gwent area you will work closely with the Memory Assessment Services, Social services and other third sector agencies attending meeting's with or on behalf of the person you are supporting. The service is unique to each service user, as it is based upon their personal circumstances and support needs. As a Dementia Adviser you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide support and guidance at the point of diagnosis and throughout a person's dementia journey. Providing this early intervention, we can help people understand their type of dementia, manage ongoing daily living needs, take control of their health and wellbeing and provide access to relevant local services. Our Dementia Adviser's support people in their homes, being able to interact face to face, over the telephone and virtually, helping to give people the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about their future. We also provide peer support services to ensure people affected by dementia are able to meet others in a similar situation, access the support they need whilst enjoying meaningful and engaging activities. As a Dementia Adviser you will facilitate, organise and promote these peer support services, whilst brining an enthusiastic and positive approach. About you We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated individual, with an understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers. You will have: - Excellent non-judgmental communication and listening skills. - Strong organisational and time management skills in order to manage your diary and caseload of clients effectively. - Ability to assess client need along with the understanding of client confidentially is essential. - Be empathetic and non-judgmental in your approach with a commitment to equal opportunity. - You will also be committed to putting people affected by dementia at the heart of everything we do, to make the service the best it can be. - Preferably experience of working with a wide variety of relevant agencies and great networking and influencing skills are essential. - You should have good IT skills and the ability to embrace occasional changes in IT tools. - Have the ability and means to be able to travel independently throughout Gwent. Interview date: 20th and 21st March
