Awareness Raising Volunteer

Alzheimer's Society; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in the United Kingdom seeks two Awareness Raising Volunteers to support local events in Luton and Milton Keynes. The role involves helping to raise awareness about dementia by attending various community events and establishing connections with organizations. Ideal candidates should enjoy public engagement, possess strong communication skills, and be available to travel independently. The positions offer flexibility and aim to promote vital community support services effectively.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for meeting the public and attending events.
• Minimum age of 16 years.
• Willingness to work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Support local events and hold information stands.
• Display leaflets in high-visibility venues.
• Establish connections with local organizations.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to volunteer independently

Passion for raising awareness about dementia

Ability to travel independently

Job description

About The Role

If you’d like to support your local community by helping to ensure that people who are worried about or affected by dementia are aware of the support and advice services we offer, we have just the role for you!

You’ll support local events, hold information stands, and display leaflets in a variety of venues and locations highly visible in your community, such as libraries and GP surgeries. You’ll make sure the information publicised in your community is up to date and accurate. You’ll also establish connections with local organisations and community groups to help achieve widespread awareness of the support we offer. As a representative of Alzheimer's Society, we will provide you with branded clothing, and you may also have the opportunity included in event pictures to showcase the Society work in the local media.

We are looking for two enthusiastic Awareness Raising Volunteers – one to support activities across Luton and one to support activities across Milton Keynes. Please state which area you are interested in when submitting your application. The roles are community-based and do not have a fixed location. Volunteers will attend a variety of events within either Luton or Milton Keynes, depending on the area they apply for. Events may vary each time, so volunteers must be able to travel independently across their chosen area. Events can be anything from a couple of hours, to half or full days.

You’ll be great for the role if:

• You enjoy meeting members of the public and attending local events.
• You are passionate about raising awareness about dementia in your local community.
• You have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• You are able to volunteer both independently and within a local team.
• You are able to travel to a variety of venues or events, bringing with you the relevant support information and materials.

Minimum age – 16 years old

Where and when do I need to be available?

This is a flexible volunteer role which is carried out within your local area and on various days and times to suit your availability.

If you find completing online applications difficult, please don't let this stop you from applying....please call or email us and we can support you with the application process. You can contact the Volunteering Support Team by [e-mail] call on0300 222 5706

About Alzheimer's Society

Alzheimer’s Society is here for everyone affected by dementia. By 2025, an estimated 1 million people will be living with the condition in the UK, and many millions more carers, partners, families and friends will be affected. Dementia is a complex condition, and there’s no one-size fits all solution but until we find a cure, our aim is to transform lives today.

We do this by:

• Providing flexible support servicesso that people with dementia, their carers and loved ones, can access expert advice and guidance, support through their most challenging days, and a safe space to turn when they need it.
• Being a force for change - using research and influencing to push for breakthroughs that will change the lives of people affected by dementia now and in future.

Our Values

Determined to make a difference:We’re passionate, we’re focused and we make a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.

Trusted expert:We’re listening, we’re learning and we use experience and evidence.

Better together:We’re open, we combine our strengths and we achieve more together.

Compassionate:We’re kind, we’re honest and we don’t shy away from challenges.

Equal opportunities

Alzheimer’s Society is committed to equal opportunities. Alzheimer’s Society embraces diversity, inclusion and accessibility for all of our people. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do.
This means ensuring our recruitment processes are barrier-free and as inclusive as possible to everyone. We will look at making reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability or long‑term condition.