Group Support Volunteer - London N19

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

Job summary

A leading charitable organization for dementia is looking for a Group Support Volunteer to encourage social engagement among people affected by dementia. You will support activities, ensure comfort, and assist with group sessions. Ideal candidates should possess empathy, communication, and teamwork skills. Flexibility and willingness to learn about dementia are essential. This volunteer role is crucial in providing companionship and meaningful support to those in the community affected by dementia.

Benefits

Training provided

Opportunity to make a difference

Supportive community environment

Qualifications

• Must be over the age of 16.
• Willingness to learn about dementia and its impact.
• Enjoy meeting new people.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage people affected by dementia in activities.
• Help set up and tidy after group sessions.
• Create a welcoming environment.

Skills

Good verbal communication

Listening skills

Empathy

Compassion

Teamwork

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 socialize 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.

• You have skills like Art, Craft and Painting? We do quizzes, sing and Chair-based exercises.
• We do poems work and play musical bingo.
• We have visitors from museums and other community groups to do reminiscence activities and you would be required to support members.

Health & Safety form required each session. Training is provided before starting volunteering.

You would need to arrive at 12:45 to set up the room and tidy up at 3:30. The group takes place on Wednesday afternoons fortnightly at 1:30 – 4 pm.

The location: Cecelia’s Café, Harry Rice Hall, 72‑74 Hargrave Park Road, Archway, London, N19 5JW. Nearest underground station is Archway & Overground is Upper Holloway.

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. We can support you with the application process. You can contact the Volunteering Recruitment Team by emailing [e-mail] or calling 0300 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 services so that people with dementia, their carers and loved ones, can access expert advice and guidance, support through their 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 the 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 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.