Dementia Day Opportunities Support Worker- Permanent

Location: United Reformed Church, 2 Chapel Street, Nuneaton CV11 5QH

Hours per week: 19.5 hours per week. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

Salary: £11,600.16 per annum ( £22,010.56 FTE)

About the role

Would you like to make a difference to someone living with Dementia?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Dementia Day Opportunities Team.

Age UK Coventry & Warwickshire are working in partnership with Warwickshire County Council to provide Dementia Day Opportunities. We provide a range of person-centred dementia support services for individuals with dementia and their carers with centres in:

• Nuneaton
• Atherstone
• Rugby
• Henley in Arden
• Warwick

Dementia Day Opportunities provide a sociable atmosphere where engaging, fun activities are tailored to members; periods of quiet time are built in to meet the needs and preferences of each person. These include:

• Arts and Crafts
• Interesting and Interactive Activities and Stimulation
• Socialising and Conversation
• Games

We aim to encourage choice, independence, and improvement in quality of life. At our centres we provide a safe, caring, and secure environment – a “home from home” with the added opportunity to form new friendships and enjoy the company of local people from different backgrounds, and with varied skills and interests.

We are looking for a part-time Support Worker to provide care and support to those who access our day opportunities, promoting choice, inclusion and independence at all times.

You will be part of an enthusiastic and motivated staff team, providing emotional, social and personal support to individuals and groups. Your base centre will be in Nuneaton, however you may be expected to cover (with notice) an alternative centre. This is a rewarding position for anyone who has a positive belief in their own ability to enrich the lives of others.

It is important that a candidate promotes a culture that values, protects and uses information for the success of the organisation and benefit of its clients/patients. The ability to work confidently and effectively in a diverse, and sometimes challenging environment is essential. You will have access to training, supervision, and regular Team meetings with your peers.

Age UK Coventry and Warwickshire offers a contributory pension.

How to apply

Complete the application form below . If you have any questions please email or phone us on 01926 458125

Age UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. We welcome requests for flexible working.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

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Documents:

Job Description

Application Form