Community Dementia Assistant (Part Time) Fixed Term

Jewish Care; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity focused on dementia support is seeking a compassionate Community Dementia Assistant. This role involves supporting community programmes, coordinating activities, and building relationships with partners to enhance services. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, along with experience in community settings. The position is part-time (16 hours/week) and fixed term for 12 months.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a community setting.
• Experience of working with volunteers (or as a volunteer yourself).
• Understanding of the needs and challenges of people living with dementia and their families.
• Strong organisational, administrative, and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, delivery, and growth of community dementia programmes.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities across multiple sites.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers.
• Build positive relationships with community partners.

Skills

Empathy

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Customer service

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

At Jewish Care, we are passionate about ensuring that people living with dementia – and their families – are supported to live meaningful, connected, and fulfilling lives.

Over 900,000 people in the UK are living with dementia today, and that number is growing. Half of these individuals remain in their own homes and communities, relying on services and networks like ours to help them stay active, supported, and connected.

We provide a wide range of in-person programmes such as Memory Way Café, Singing for Memory, Art for the Mind, Movement for Memory, Elevenses Café, and Young Onset Dementia Café, designed to socially, cognitively, and physically engage people. Our services also bring carers together for support, peer connection, and respite.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated, compassionate, and organised Community Dementia Assistant to work alongside our Community Dementia Coordinator, volunteers, and professionals to deliver and grow dementia-friendly services across London and the South East.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference, helping to develop new and innovative programmes, while also being a visible ambassador for dementia awareness and support in the Jewish community and beyond.

This post is working 16 hours per week and is fixed term for 12 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, delivery, and growth of community dementia programmes.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities across multiple sites, ensuring sessions meet high standards.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers, recognising and celebrating their contribution.
• Build positive relationships with community partners, synagogues, schools, and external organisations.
• Provide information and signposting to families and carers, ensuring they can access the right support.
• Keep up to date with best practice and innovations in dementia support.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to performance reporting.
• Work collaboratively across Jewish Care teams and external partners to safeguard and improve the wellbeing of people living with dementia.
• Represent Jewish Care as an ambassador for dementia-friendly communities.

About You

We’re looking for someone who can combine empathy with organisation, and compassion with initiative. You’ll be a strong communicator, able to engage people of all ages and abilities, and you’ll have a real commitment to making life better for people living with dementia and their families.

• Experience of working in a community setting.
• Experience of working with volunteers (or as a volunteer yourself).
• Understanding of the needs and challenges of people living with dementia and their families.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong organisational, administrative, and IT skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a team.

Desirable

• Experience working with older people and/or people with dementia.
• Knowledge of the Jewish community, its traditions, and festivals.
• Experience organising activities or programmes in health, social care, or community settings.