About The Role When dementia touches someone's life, it can change things in ways that feel overwhelming, for the person themselves and for those around them. In those moments, having someone who listens, understands and simply shows up can make all the difference. This role is about being that person. If you're someone who leads with kindness, who takes the time to really hear people, and who believes everyone deserves to feel supported, included and valued, this could be a truly meaningful next step for you. We're excited to offer an opportunity to work alongside the Local Service Manager to help grow and strengthen supportive networks across Havering, so that no one affected by dementia has to face things alone. Location: Across Havering Borough, with some homeworking As a Dementia Adviser, you'll become a familiar, trusted face in the community. You'll build genuine connections with people, taking the time to understand their experiences, their worries and what matters most to them. Your days will be varied and people focused. You might be helping to create warm, welcoming group sessions where people can share stories, build friendships and feel a sense of belonging. You might be sitting with someone in their home, offering reassurance and practical support in a space where they feel most comfortable. You'll also connect with people over the phone and through local networks, making sure support is always within reach. At the heart of everything you do is compassion, respect and a belief in meeting people where they are. You'll also keep thoughtful and accurate records of your work, helping to ensure that every person's journey is understood and supported with care and continuity. Every conversation, every visit and every small moment of connection matters here. What you'll bring - The ability to travel across the Havering Borough area - An understanding of health and social care, or a willingness to learn, and an appreciation of how support needs can shape people's lives - Strong organisational and time management skills - A warm and adaptable communication style, with the ability to connect with people from all backgrounds and experiences - A genuine commitment to equity, diversity and belonging, and a desire to help create spaces where everyone feels welcome - Confidence using IT systems, including databases and online tools such as Teams or Zoom This is more than a role. It's a chance to walk alongside people, to offer reassurance during uncertain times, and to help create moments of connection, confidence and hope. 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. 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.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
About The Role When dementia touches someone's life, it can change things in ways that feel overwhelming, for the person themselves and for those around them. In those moments, having someone who listens, understands and simply shows up can make all the difference. This role is about being that person. If you're someone who leads with kindness, who takes the time to really hear people, and who believes everyone deserves to feel supported, included and valued, this could be a truly meaningful next step for you. We're excited to offer an opportunity to work alongside the Local Service Manager to help grow and strengthen supportive networks across Havering, so that no one affected by dementia has to face things alone. Location: Across Havering Borough, with some homeworking As a Dementia Adviser, you'll become a familiar, trusted face in the community. You'll build genuine connections with people, taking the time to understand their experiences, their worries and what matters most to them. Your days will be varied and people focused. You might be helping to create warm, welcoming group sessions where people can share stories, build friendships and feel a sense of belonging. You might be sitting with someone in their home, offering reassurance and practical support in a space where they feel most comfortable. You'll also connect with people over the phone and through local networks, making sure support is always within reach. At the heart of everything you do is compassion, respect and a belief in meeting people where they are. You'll also keep thoughtful and accurate records of your work, helping to ensure that every person's journey is understood and supported with care and continuity. Every conversation, every visit and every small moment of connection matters here. What you'll bring - The ability to travel across the Havering Borough area - An understanding of health and social care, or a willingness to learn, and an appreciation of how support needs can shape people's lives - Strong organisational and time management skills - A warm and adaptable communication style, with the ability to connect with people from all backgrounds and experiences - A genuine commitment to equity, diversity and belonging, and a desire to help create spaces where everyone feels welcome - Confidence using IT systems, including databases and online tools such as Teams or Zoom This is more than a role. It's a chance to walk alongside people, to offer reassurance during uncertain times, and to help create moments of connection, confidence and hope. 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. 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 At Alzheimer's Society, we believe no one should face dementia alone. Every conversation, every visit and every small moment of reassurance can make a real difference. We are looking for a warm, thoughtful and organised Dementia Adviser to join our supportive team in hull working 35 hours per week, on a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027, working 8am - 4pm. You will work closely with people living with dementia and those who care about them, providing ongoing support. You will listen carefully, understand what matters most to each person and offer guidance that helps them feel steadier and more confident as their situation changes. Our Hospital Dementia Adviser provides vital support to people living with dementia during their hospital stay. You'll work directly with individuals who have a dementia diagnosis and their families, helping them understand their situation, navigate hospital processes, and plan a safe and confident discharge home with the right support in place. This is a hospital-based role that involves regular walking between wards and departments. You will work closely with the wider Local Services Team to ensure that people are smoothly connected to ongoing support in the community once they leave the hospital. Although there is no direct personal or clinical care involved, this role is all about offering high-quality advice, guidance, and emotional support. You will collaborate with hospital staff, volunteers, and external partners to ensure that people affected by dementia receive the right information and feel supported throughout their journey. We operate a triage system for new referrals and you will play your part in making sure people are responded to quickly and thoughtfully. You will manage your own caseload, keeping clear and accurate records, while always seeing the person behind the paperwork. You will be part of a caring and dynamic local team who share ideas, reflect together and support one another. There will be time to meet as a team and opportunities to keep growing your knowledge of dementia, with your manager and colleagues alongside you. About you We are looking for someone compassionate, organised, and confident working in a busy hospital environment. - Have an understanding of dementia and the needs of people living with dementia (experience with other health conditions or support needs will also be considered). - Be comfortable moving around a hospital sites at Hull Royal Information and Castle Hill Hospitals and engaging with people in a fast-paced setting. - Be comfortable providing information, guidance, advice or emotional support - this could be from health, social care, community, voluntary, customer service or other people focused roles. - You will be able to listen and communicate, with the ability to build trust and rapport with people from a wide range of backgrounds. - Be able to manage your workload effectively, with appropriate support and tools, and to balance competing priorities. - Confidence using IT systems to maintain accurate and confidential records. - A compassionate, non-judgemental and person-centred approach, with respect for diversity and individual lived experiences. Please don't be put off from applying if you don't meet every single requirement listed. We recognise the value of transferable skills and lived experience, and we're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate potential, capability and a willingness to learn. Key Responsibilities: - Help people maintain independence, improve wellbeing, and feel more in control of their care.Support individuals and families as they navigate their hospital admission and prepare for discharge. - Deliver Dementia Friends sessions and work alongside colleagues and volunteers to provide compassionate support. - Build supportive, trusting relationships with people living with dementia and their carers across, recognising and respecting individual needs and circumstances. - Host drop-in sessions, run information stalls, and attend events within the hospital. - Provide personalised information, advice and emotional support that reflects each person's culture, background, values and preferences. - Deliver support through home visits, telephone contact and partnership working other professionals. - Participate in the triage rota, ensuring new referrals are handled promptly, sensitively and equitably. - Manage a defined caseload, maintaining accurate, respectful and confidential records. - Signpost and connect individuals to appropriate local services and community networks, reducing isolation and increasing access to support. - Work collaboratively within a supportive team environment, contributing to reflective practice and continuous improvement. - Facilitate and deliver regular peer support groups creating a safe, inclusive environment where people affected by dementia can share experiences, build connections, and access tailored information and guidance. Interviews for this role have been provisionally scheduled to take place via MS Teams on 5th May.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
About The Role At Alzheimer's Society, we believe no one should face dementia alone. Every conversation, every visit and every small moment of reassurance can make a real difference. We are looking for a warm, thoughtful and organised Dementia Adviser to join our supportive team in hull working 35 hours per week, on a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027, working 8am - 4pm. You will work closely with people living with dementia and those who care about them, providing ongoing support. You will listen carefully, understand what matters most to each person and offer guidance that helps them feel steadier and more confident as their situation changes. Our Hospital Dementia Adviser provides vital support to people living with dementia during their hospital stay. You'll work directly with individuals who have a dementia diagnosis and their families, helping them understand their situation, navigate hospital processes, and plan a safe and confident discharge home with the right support in place. This is a hospital-based role that involves regular walking between wards and departments. You will work closely with the wider Local Services Team to ensure that people are smoothly connected to ongoing support in the community once they leave the hospital. Although there is no direct personal or clinical care involved, this role is all about offering high-quality advice, guidance, and emotional support. You will collaborate with hospital staff, volunteers, and external partners to ensure that people affected by dementia receive the right information and feel supported throughout their journey. We operate a triage system for new referrals and you will play your part in making sure people are responded to quickly and thoughtfully. You will manage your own caseload, keeping clear and accurate records, while always seeing the person behind the paperwork. You will be part of a caring and dynamic local team who share ideas, reflect together and support one another. There will be time to meet as a team and opportunities to keep growing your knowledge of dementia, with your manager and colleagues alongside you. About you We are looking for someone compassionate, organised, and confident working in a busy hospital environment. - Have an understanding of dementia and the needs of people living with dementia (experience with other health conditions or support needs will also be considered). - Be comfortable moving around a hospital sites at Hull Royal Information and Castle Hill Hospitals and engaging with people in a fast-paced setting. - Be comfortable providing information, guidance, advice or emotional support - this could be from health, social care, community, voluntary, customer service or other people focused roles. - You will be able to listen and communicate, with the ability to build trust and rapport with people from a wide range of backgrounds. - Be able to manage your workload effectively, with appropriate support and tools, and to balance competing priorities. - Confidence using IT systems to maintain accurate and confidential records. - A compassionate, non-judgemental and person-centred approach, with respect for diversity and individual lived experiences. Please don't be put off from applying if you don't meet every single requirement listed. We recognise the value of transferable skills and lived experience, and we're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate potential, capability and a willingness to learn. Key Responsibilities: - Help people maintain independence, improve wellbeing, and feel more in control of their care.Support individuals and families as they navigate their hospital admission and prepare for discharge. - Deliver Dementia Friends sessions and work alongside colleagues and volunteers to provide compassionate support. - Build supportive, trusting relationships with people living with dementia and their carers across, recognising and respecting individual needs and circumstances. - Host drop-in sessions, run information stalls, and attend events within the hospital. - Provide personalised information, advice and emotional support that reflects each person's culture, background, values and preferences. - Deliver support through home visits, telephone contact and partnership working other professionals. - Participate in the triage rota, ensuring new referrals are handled promptly, sensitively and equitably. - Manage a defined caseload, maintaining accurate, respectful and confidential records. - Signpost and connect individuals to appropriate local services and community networks, reducing isolation and increasing access to support. - Work collaboratively within a supportive team environment, contributing to reflective practice and continuous improvement. - Facilitate and deliver regular peer support groups creating a safe, inclusive environment where people affected by dementia can share experiences, build connections, and access tailored information and guidance. Interviews for this role have been provisionally scheduled to take place via MS Teams on 5th May.
About The Role At Alzheimer's Society, we believe no one should face dementia alone. Every conversation, every visit and every small moment of reassurance can make a real difference. We are looking for a warm, thoughtful and organised Dementia Adviser to join our supportive team in The Western Trust Area working 35 hours per week. You will work closely with people living with dementia and those who care about them, providing ongoing support. You will listen carefully, understand what matters most to each person and offer guidance that helps them feel steadier and more confident as their situation changes. Your days will be varied and meaningful. You might be visiting someone at home, offering calm reassurance over the phone, or working closely with GP surgeries and other professionals to make sure the right support is in place. We operate a triage system for new referrals and you will play your part in making sure people are responded to quickly and thoughtfully. This role pays particular attention in delivering our CrISP programmes which offers informal training for carers. You will manage your own caseload, keeping clear and accurate records, while always seeing the person behind the paperwork. You will be part of a caring and dynamic local team who share ideas, reflect together and support one another. There will be time to meet as a team and opportunities to keep growing your knowledge of dementia, with your manager and colleagues alongside you. About you You will have: - An understanding of dementia, or a willingness to learn about the experiences of people living with dementia and those who care for them. - Experience providing information, guidance, advice or emotional support - this could be from health, social care, community, voluntary, customer service or other people focused roles. - You will be able to listen and communicate, with the ability to build trust and rapport with people from a wide range of backgrounds. - The ability to manage your workload effectively, with appropriate support and tools, and to balance competing priorities. - Confidence using IT systems to maintain accurate and confidential records. - A compassionate, non-judgemental and person-centred approach, with respect for diversity and individual lived experiences. - The ability to travel independently across Luton and wider on occasions. - The confidence and ability to communicate with a wide range of people, adapting your approach to ensure understanding. You will be required to speak publicly at events about dementia, delivering information and signposting people to further resources and networks. Please don't be put off from applying if you don't meet every single requirement listed. We recognise the value of transferable skills and lived experience, and we're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate potential, capability and a willingness to learn. Key Responsibilities: - Build supportive, trusting relationships with people living with dementia and their carers across, recognising and respecting individual needs and circumstances. - Provide personalised information, advice and emotional support that reflects each person's culture, background, values and preferences. - Deliver support through home visits, telephone contact and partnership working with GP surgeries and other professionals. - Participate in the triage rota, ensuring new referrals are handled promptly, sensitively and equitably. - Manage a defined caseload, maintaining accurate, respectful and confidential records. - Signpost and connect individuals to appropriate local services and community networks, reducing isolation and increasing access to support. - Work collaboratively within a supportive team environment, contributing to reflective practice and continuous improvement. - Facilitate and deliver regular peer support groups across Luton, creating a safe, inclusive environment where people affected by dementia can share experiences, build connections, and access tailored information and guidance.
Mar 24, 2026
Full time
About The Role At Alzheimer's Society, we believe no one should face dementia alone. Every conversation, every visit and every small moment of reassurance can make a real difference. We are looking for a warm, thoughtful and organised Dementia Adviser to join our supportive team in The Western Trust Area working 35 hours per week. You will work closely with people living with dementia and those who care about them, providing ongoing support. You will listen carefully, understand what matters most to each person and offer guidance that helps them feel steadier and more confident as their situation changes. Your days will be varied and meaningful. You might be visiting someone at home, offering calm reassurance over the phone, or working closely with GP surgeries and other professionals to make sure the right support is in place. We operate a triage system for new referrals and you will play your part in making sure people are responded to quickly and thoughtfully. This role pays particular attention in delivering our CrISP programmes which offers informal training for carers. You will manage your own caseload, keeping clear and accurate records, while always seeing the person behind the paperwork. You will be part of a caring and dynamic local team who share ideas, reflect together and support one another. There will be time to meet as a team and opportunities to keep growing your knowledge of dementia, with your manager and colleagues alongside you. About you You will have: - An understanding of dementia, or a willingness to learn about the experiences of people living with dementia and those who care for them. - Experience providing information, guidance, advice or emotional support - this could be from health, social care, community, voluntary, customer service or other people focused roles. - You will be able to listen and communicate, with the ability to build trust and rapport with people from a wide range of backgrounds. - The ability to manage your workload effectively, with appropriate support and tools, and to balance competing priorities. - Confidence using IT systems to maintain accurate and confidential records. - A compassionate, non-judgemental and person-centred approach, with respect for diversity and individual lived experiences. - The ability to travel independently across Luton and wider on occasions. - The confidence and ability to communicate with a wide range of people, adapting your approach to ensure understanding. You will be required to speak publicly at events about dementia, delivering information and signposting people to further resources and networks. Please don't be put off from applying if you don't meet every single requirement listed. We recognise the value of transferable skills and lived experience, and we're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate potential, capability and a willingness to learn. Key Responsibilities: - Build supportive, trusting relationships with people living with dementia and their carers across, recognising and respecting individual needs and circumstances. - Provide personalised information, advice and emotional support that reflects each person's culture, background, values and preferences. - Deliver support through home visits, telephone contact and partnership working with GP surgeries and other professionals. - Participate in the triage rota, ensuring new referrals are handled promptly, sensitively and equitably. - Manage a defined caseload, maintaining accurate, respectful and confidential records. - Signpost and connect individuals to appropriate local services and community networks, reducing isolation and increasing access to support. - Work collaboratively within a supportive team environment, contributing to reflective practice and continuous improvement. - Facilitate and deliver regular peer support groups across Luton, creating a safe, inclusive environment where people affected by dementia can share experiences, build connections, and access tailored information and guidance.
