Group Support Volunteer- Grantham

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

Job summary

A leading charity for dementia support in the UK seeks Group Support Volunteers to assist individuals affected by dementia during group activities at their Grantham Dementia Cafe. This role requires good communication skills and a compassionate attitude to help create a comfortable environment for attendees.

Qualifications

• You must be over the age of 16.
• Demonstrate empathy and compassion.
• Ability to engage and support people in a group setting.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage people affected by dementia.
• Set up and tidy the group area.
• Assist with refreshments for attendees.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Listening skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Willingness to learn about dementia

Job description

About The Role

If you love meeting new people and want to support people affected by dementia in your area, then we may have just the volunteer role for you!

As a Group Support Volunteer, you’ll support and encourage people affected by dementia to engage in activities and socialise with others in a group setting. A friendly face at the group, you’ll welcome and talk to people affected by dementia to help them feel comfortable and make sure they’re offered refreshments. You’ll also help set up and tidy away at the end of the group.

Your involvement in this role will ensure people affected by dementia are able to meet others in a similar situation, access the support and information they need and enjoy meaningful activities.

We are looking for volunteers to support at our Grantham Dementia Cafe which is held at Belton Park Golf Club, Londonthorpe Road, Grantham NG31 9SH on the second Thursday of each month 10am-12pm. Volunteers should be available from 9.30am until 12.30pm.

Interested? To apply for this role please click on the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the page.

You’ll be great for the role if:

• You have good verbal communication and listening skills
• You enjoy meeting new people and being part of a team
• You are aware of or are willing to learn about dementia and its impact on people
• You can demonstrate empathy and compassion
• You are over the age of 16

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.

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 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 and 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 includes making recruitment processes barrier-free and as inclusive as possible to everyone, with reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition.