Singing for the Brain Support Volunteer - Leicester

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

Job summary

Rejoignez Alzheimer's Society en tant que bénévole pour le programme 'Singing for the Brain'. Vous aiderez des personnes touchées par la démence à participer à des sessions musicales, créant une atmosphère conviviale et engageante. Ce rôle nécessite un esprit enthousiaste et une volonté de soutenir les autres dans un cadre chaleureux.

Qualifications

• Intérêt pour développer des relations significatives.
• Capacité à écouter et afficher de la compassion.
• Aucun besoin d'expérience avec la démence.

Responsibilities

• Accueillir et converser avec des personnes atteintes de démence.
• Encourager la participation pendant les sessions de chant.
• Soutenir le facilitateur de séance lors des activités en ligne ou en personne.

Skills

Compassion

Enthousiasme

Capacité d'écoute

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. We need your help to 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 uplifting sessions provide an enjoyable activity and an opportunity to socialise with others affected by dementia.

As a Singing for the Brain Support Volunteer, you will welcome and converse with people with dementia, helping them feel at ease. During the singing session, you will encourage participation and support the session facilitator with activities, either online or in person.

You’ll be great for the role if:

• 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 display compassion.
• If supporting virtual sessions, you should be able to navigate online platforms and use Zoom confidently.
• Experience of dementia is not essential, nor is the ability to sing!

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

This group meets on the first, third, and fourth Wednesday of each month from 2-3.30pm at Blaby and District Social Centre, Leicester Rd, Blaby, Leicester LE8 4GQ. Volunteers may support one, two, or all three sessions per month.

Minimum age: 16

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 dementia in the UK, impacting many carers, families, and friends.

While there’s no cure yet, our goal is to transform lives today by:

• Providing flexible support services for advice, guidance, and a safe space.
• Driving research and influencing policy for breakthroughs that improve lives now and in the future.

Our Values

• Determined to make a difference: We are passionate, focused, and committed to making a lasting impact.
• Trusted expert: We listen, learn, and base our actions on experience and evidence.
• Better together: We collaborate, share strengths, and achieve more as a team.
• Compassionate: We are kind, honest, and face challenges head-on.

Equal Opportunities

Alzheimer’s Society is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We aim to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve, ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible, with reasonable adjustments for those with disabilities or long-term conditions.