Singing for the Brain Support Volunteer - Bath

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

Job summary

A prominent health charity in Bath seeks a Singing for the Brain Support Volunteer. You will assist individuals with dementia in engaging activities through music, help set up sessions, and provide companionship. This role emphasizes communication and the ability to create a welcoming environment. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by dementia. Volunteering hours are every 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 2 PM to 4:15 PM.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 16
• No prior experience with dementia needed.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming people with dementia and making them feel at ease.
• Assisting with refreshments and session setup.
• Encouraging participation in activities.

Skills

Friendly and approachable demeanor

Good communication skills

Genuine interest in supporting individuals with dementia

Ability to work as part of a team

Job description

About The Role

Our Singing for the Brain sessions offer people affected by dementia a chance to enjoy a fun activity within a supportive environment, and we need you to help make this happen.

Singing for the Brain is a structured group session, designed around the principles of music therapy and singing, for people with dementia who may attend alone or with a carer. These sessions provide an enjoyable activity and a social opportunity for attendees.

Role Overview

As a Singing for the Brain Support Volunteer, you’ll welcome and talk to people with dementia, helping them to feel at ease. You will help set up the room and tidy away at the end of the session, assist with refreshments, and support the session facilitator by distributing materials such as songbooks. During the session, you’ll encourage participation and support the facilitator with activities, either online or in person.

Who You Are

• You have an interest in developing meaningful relationships and making a real difference.
• You want to enable people with dementia to find their voice through music in a rewarding role.
• You are fun and enthusiastic.
• You have the ability to listen and show compassion.
• If you are supporting virtual sessions, you can navigate online tools and use Zoom with confidence.
• Experience of dementia is not essential, nor is the ability to sing.

Position Details

Position: Volunteer

Location: All Saints Church, Weston, Bath, BA1 4BT

Volunteering Hours: Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, from 2:00 PM to 4:15 PM

Role Responsibilities

• Assisting with making teas and coffees for service users
• Engaging in conversations with service users to provide companionship and support
• Helping ensure the smooth running of the sessions

Skills and Attributes

• Friendly and approachable demeanor
• Good communication skills
• A genuine interest in supporting individuals with dementia
• Ability to work as part of a team

If you are passionate about supporting others and would like to contribute to a rewarding cause, we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply

If you have difficulty completing online applications, please contact us for assistance. You can email the Volunteering Recruitment Team at [e-mail] or call 0300 222 5706.

Minimum age: 16

About Alzheimer's Society

Please note that all volunteering opportunities are based in the UK and you must be living in the UK to volunteer with us. We are unable to sponsor visa applications but appreciate your interest.

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

By 2025, an estimated 1 million people will be living with dementia in the UK, with millions more carers, partners, families and friends affected.

Dementia is complex 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 challenging days, and a safe space to turn to.
• Being a force for change by using research and influencing to push for breakthroughs that will improve lives now and in the future.

Our Values

• Determined to make a difference: we’re passionate, focused and we strive to make a lasting impact.
• Trusted expert: we listen, learn and use experience and evidence.
• Better together: we collaborate to achieve more.
• Compassionate: we are kind, honest and we face challenges.

Equal opportunities: Alzheimer’s Society is committed to equal opportunities. We embrace diversity, inclusion and accessibility for all of our people and strive to make recruitment processes barrier-free. We will consider reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities or long-term conditions.