Awareness Raising Volunteer - Sheffield

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

Job summary

A charity organization in Sheffield is looking for volunteers to support local events and raise awareness about dementia. This flexible role includes attending community events, distributing information, and connecting with local groups. Candidates should be passionate about helping their community and have strong communication skills. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Must enjoy meeting the public and attending local events.
• Passionate about raising awareness of dementia in the local community.
• Able to volunteer independently and as part of a local team.
• Willing to travel to various venues and events to distribute information.

Responsibilities

• Support local events and hold information stands.
• Ensure the accuracy of information publicized in the community.
• Establish connections with local organizations and community groups.
• Complete training and represent the society at local events.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Public engagement

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 venues 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 to be included in event pictures to showcase the Society work in the local media.

This role will enable us to increase reach in Sheffield. You will be raising awareness about Alzheimer's Society universal services in the area and help us to increase reach in our local communities. You will complete your training at home and represent the society at local events and forums.

Ideally, we are looking for two volunteers who can work together and attend local events and person information stands.

Interested? For more information please contact [e-mail]

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 Recruitment Team by emailing [e-mail] or call on 0300 222 5706

About Alzheimer’s Society

Please note that all of our volunteering opportunities are based in the UK and you must be living in the UK to volunteer with us. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visa applications but are grateful for your interest in supporting us.

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 services so 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. We embrace 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. We will look at making reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition.