Group Support Volunteer - North Hertfordshire

Alzheimer's Society; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Alzheimer's Society seeks a Group Support Volunteer to assist individuals affected by dementia in social settings. The role involves facilitating activities, ensuring refreshments are provided, and creating a welcoming atmosphere. This fulfilling volunteer opportunity requires good communication skills and a compassionate approach to help improve the lives of those with dementia.

Qualifications

• Good verbal communication and listening skills.
• Willingness to learn about dementia and its impact.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and compassion.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage people affected by dementia.
• Welcome and talk to attendees to help them feel comfortable.
• Set up and tidy away at the end of the group.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

About The Role

If you love meeting new people and want to support those affected by dementia, this volunteer role might be perfect for you!

As a Group Support Volunteer, you will support and encourage individuals affected by dementia to participate in activities and socialise with others. You will welcome attendees, help them feel comfortable, offer refreshments, and assist with setting up and tidying after sessions.

There are two groups available:

• Hampson Park, Hampson Park Webb Rise, Stevenage, SG1 5Q, Tuesdays 1-4pm
• Jackmans Community Centre, Ivel Court, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 2NL, Mondays and Wednesdays 1-4pm

Your involvement will help ensure that people affected by dementia can meet others, access support and information, and enjoy meaningful activities.

If you're interested, please click the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the page.

You’ll be great for this role if:

• You have good verbal communication and listening skills
• You enjoy meeting new people and working as part of a team
• You are willing to learn about dementia and its impact
• You demonstrate empathy and compassion
• You are over 16 years old

If completing online applications is difficult, please contact us by email at [e-mail] or call 0300 222 5706 for support.

About Alzheimer’s Society

Alzheimer’s Society is here for everyone affected by dementia.

By 2025, an estimated 1 million people in the UK will be living with dementia, impacting many carers, families, and friends.

Our mission is to transform lives today until we find a cure.

We do this by providing flexible support services, advocating for research and policy change, and embodying values like determination, trust, collaboration, and compassion.

We are committed to equal opportunities and strive for diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in all our work, including recruitment.