Singing for the Brain Support Volunteer - Beaconsfield

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting individuals with dementia through music therapy. As a Singing for the Brain Support Volunteer, you will play a vital role in creating a welcoming environment for participants, encouraging their engagement in uplifting sessions. This rewarding position allows you to make a meaningful impact while building relationships and helping others find their voice through music. Whether in-person or online, your enthusiasm and compassion will shine as you assist in delivering a supportive experience for those affected by dementia. Get involved and make a difference in your community!

Benefits

Flexible Working

Development Opportunities

Recognition for Contributions

Qualifications

• Ability to build meaningful relationships with participants.
• Comfortable assisting in both online and in-person sessions.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and converse with participants to make them feel comfortable.
• Assist the session facilitator during activities.

Skills

Compassionate Listening

Enthusiasm

Reliability

Punctuality

Online Platform Navigation

Tools

Zoom

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 your help to make this happen!

Singing for the Brain is a structured group session based on music therapy and singing principles, designed for people with dementia who may attend alone or with a carer. These uplifting sessions provide an enjoyable activity and an opportunity for socialising with others affected by dementia.

As a Singing for the Brain Support Volunteer, you’ll welcome and converse with people with dementia, helping them feel comfortable. During the session, you’ll encourage participation and assist the session facilitator with activities, either online or in person.

You’ll be great for the role if:

• You are interested in building meaningful relationships and making a difference.
• You want to help people with dementia find their voice through music in a rewarding role.
• You are fun and enthusiastic.
• You can listen with compassion.
• If supporting virtual sessions, you are comfortable navigating online platforms and using Zoom confidently.
• Experience of dementia or singing is not required!

Additional qualities include being reliable, punctual, able to work efficiently, physically capable of moving furniture, and willing to attend training. The group meets biweekly on Fridays at The Fitzwilliams Centre, Windsor End, Beaconsfield HP9 2JW, from 9:30 am to 10:00 am and 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm. You will set up and clear the room, creating a welcoming environment for participants.

Minimum age: 16

About Alzheimer’s Society

Dementia is the UK’s leading killer, with one in three people born in the UK developing it in their lifetime. Alzheimer’s Society is the UK’s leading dementia charity, providing support, funding research, and campaigning for change. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.

We may conduct a DBS check due to the nature of the role. We offer various benefits, including recognition, flexible working, and development opportunities.