Alzheimer Scotland, Policy Team
Scottish Dementia Working Group and National Dementia Carers Action Network
Active Voice Development Officer (Two Posts) 35 hours per week
This post is currently funded to 31 March 2023 and may be extended subject to future funding being available.
Location: Our work location will be a blend between a home base and attendance at the office. There will be a requirement to attend office premises in local offices/regions for access to shared office space and facilities, as well as a requirement for attendance at other office locations from time to time for specific purposes, as directed.
The collective voice of people with lived experience, as a person with dementia or as a carer, is at the heart of what Alzheimer Scotland do. We have two national active voice groups; The Scottish Dementia Working Group (SDWG) for people living with dementia and the National Dementia Carers Action Network (NDCAN) for people who are carers or former carers of people with dementia. Both groups campaign to protect the rights of people with dementia and carers; influence policy and practice at all levels; support research and raise awareness to challenge stigma and change the image of dementia.
We are looking for two outstanding individuals to provide strategic leadership, to facilitate and support an effective campaigning voice of people with dementia and carers.
You will have a recognised professional qualification in community development or community education, social care or health care or other related occupations. You will also have excellent communication skills, be highly organised and capable of working effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
For a full job description and person specification please see the attachments section of this advert. Please apply by submitting a completed application form setting out how you meet the required knowledge and skills for this exciting role as set out in the person specification.
The successful candidates for these posts will be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland.
Closing date Friday 20 August at 4pm
Interview date – Will be held via Teams, Monday 30 August
Recruiting Manager: Jayne Brinkworth
Contract: 1 position, permanent, 21 hours a week
We are looking for a unique person to join our team at our dementia specific day service in Tain and Dingwall. Our day services are personalised to the preferences and needs of individuals, providing therapeutic dementia specific support with a focus on maintaining skills and independence.
The post is a permanent 21-hour contract split between Dingwall and Tain. The day services in North Highland are open Monday to Friday 9 to 5 to meet the needs of the service.
Our support workers are our most important people as they provide front line support. Successful applicants will have a positive approach to dementia.
You will require to have a full driving licence to enable you to drive between services and a car or access to a car which you may have to make use of from time to time would be preferable.
You will also have good communication skills and a caring attitude. A willingness to learn and attend training is essential.
Relevant qualifications and/or experience of working with people with dementia would be an advantage.
For a full job description and person specification please see the attachments section of this advert.
The successful candidate for this post will be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland. Interview date – TBC
Recruiting Manager: Gail GollerService: Alzheimer Scotland, Victoria road, Tain IV19 1AUTele: 07970 784950Email: ggoller@alzscot.org
Contract: 1 position, temporary (until March 2022), 21 hours per week
We are looking for a Community Activity Organiser in Central Aberdeenshire.
The post holder will work in partnership with colleagues, people with dementia and their families to:* Plan, develop and facilitate a wide range of therapeutic and social activities * Promote activities through social media and other platforms* Review and evaluate activities providing regular reports of outcomes
Due to Covid restrictions the post will initially be home based with many of the activities online. Proficiency and confidence in using and supporting use of digital platforms and social media are essential for this role.
Successful candidates will have a positive approach to dementia supported by excellent communication and networking skills and an empathic, positive attitude. Having a creative flair and being a self-starter would also be an advantage as well as having experience of working with people with dementia. A willingness to develop through ongoing learning is essential.
Occasional evening and weekend work may be required and a driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential to the role.
For a full job description and person specification please see the attachments section of this advert
The successful candidate for this post will be subject to a full check through the PVG Scheme.Interview date – Date TBC
Recruiting Manager: Gillian CouncillTel: 07795 257 141Email: gcouncill@alzscot.org
Contract: 3 x positions, temporary to 31 March 2023, 2 x 21 and 1 x 18 hours per week
We are looking for unique people who can support people with dementia, in a variety of environments, personalised to the individual’s needs.
Our support workers are our most important people as they provide front line support. Our support workers help individuals to maintain skills and independence by providing company and the opportunity for people with dementia to socialise, either at home or in a day service setting.
The focus of the support is around therapeutic activities and connecting with peers. Please contact the recruiting manager for more information.
Successful applicants will have a positive approach to dementia. You will also have good communication skills and a caring attitude. A willingness to learn and participate in training (including SVQ’s) is essential. Relevant qualifications and/or experience of working with people with dementia would be an advantage.
Full driving license and access to a vehicle during working time is essential for this post.
The successful candidate for this post will be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland. Interview date – 12 & 13 August 2021
Recruiting Manager: Lisa MoodieLocation: Alzheimer Scotland, 160 Dundee Street, Edinburgh, EH11 1DQTele: 0131 551 9350 Email: edinburghservices@alzscot.org
Contract: 1 position, temporary to 31 March 2023, 24 hours
Our Day Care Organisers are responsible for the co-ordination of a Day Opportunities group; this includes assessments, reviews and the planning of activities.
Contract: 1 positions, temporary to 31 March 2022, 17.5 hours per week
Our support workers are our most important people as they provide front line support. Our support workers help individuals to maintain skills and independence by providing company and the opportunity for people with dementia to socialise, in a day service setting.
The successful candidate for this post will be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland. Interview date – 2 September 2021