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Age UK Gateshead is a fantastic workplace. Bring your skills to our team and explore our latest vacancies below.

Working for Age UK Gateshead

Age UK Gateshead is a local independent charity with 52 staff members. We help over 6500 local older people every year, offering activities, events, befriending and information. It's a great place to work if you really want to make a difference in people's lives.

If there are no current vacancies listed below, please take a look at the other ways you can get involved with us.

Current Vacancies

  • 🌟 Join Our Team as an Advisor at Age UK Gateshead! 🌟

     

    Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older people? At Age UK Gateshead, we’re on a mission to ensure every older person in our community feels empowered, heard, and supported to live life to the fullest. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Advisor to join our dedicated team!

     

    About the Role

    As an Advisor, you’ll play a key role in transforming lives by:

     

    Helping older people navigate benefit applications, housing, pensions, and other quality-of-life provisions.

    Building trusted relationships, listening to individual concerns, and ensuring everyone feels heard and valued.

    Empowering individuals to take control of their financial well-being, enabling a life well-lived.

    Supporting clients across Gateshead and Newcastle, offering tailored advice and practical solutions.

    This role is more than just a job – it’s a chance to be a vital part of someone’s journey toward security, independence, and happiness.

     

    What We Offer

    We value the dedication of our team and offer:

    ✅ Salary: £13,759.20 per year (21 hours per week).

    ✅ Generous holiday allowance to enjoy your downtime.

    ✅ Sick pay for peace of mind.

    ✅ Access to private pension and healthcare for your future and well-being.

    ✅ A supportive, people-focused work environment based at 215 High Street, Gateshead.

     

    What We’re Looking For

    A caring and approachable individual with excellent communication skills.

    Confidence in advising on financial and housing matters (training provided).

    A commitment to empowering older people in Gateshead and Newcastle.

    Driving is desirable but not essential – the role will involve travel within the local area.

    Why Choose Age UK Gateshead?

     

    At Age UK Gateshead, we’re more than a charity – we care. Every day, we work together to make a real difference. If you’re ready to bring your heart, skills, and dedication to a role that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you!

     

    👉 Apply today and help us create a brighter future for older people in our community.

     

    Let’s build a world where everyone can age with dignity, security, and joy!

    Job Description Information and Advice Advisor

    Email your CV to jobs@ageukgateshead.org.uk 

     

  •

    🌟 Join Our Team at House on the Hill Dementia Day Centre! 🌟

     

    Are you someone who loves making a positive difference in people’s lives? Do you have a warm smile, a kind heart, and a knack for bringing joy to others? If so, we’d love for you to join our team at House on the Hill Dementia Day Centre on Sunderland Road as a Support Worker!

     

    We’re looking for two enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to work with clients living with dementia and their families. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, share laughter, and create an uplifting atmosphere that leaves everyone going home with a smile.

     

    The Roles

    Support Worker (16 hours): 2 days a week.

    Support Worker (24 hours): 3 days a week.

    You’ll be part of a caring, dynamic team that helps bring fun, positivity, and purpose to every day.

     

    What You’ll Do

    • Build strong relationships with clients and their loved ones.
    • Engage in meaningful activities that inspire joy and connection.
    • Create an environment filled with laughter and positivity.
    • Help make each day special for those living with dementia.
    • Drive a minibus

     

    What We Offer

    💷 Hourly rate of £11.44, rising to £12.21 in April.

    🏦 Private pension with employer contributions.

    🌴 Generous annual leave allowance.

    ❤️ Access to private healthcare.

     

    Who You Are

    You’re someone who:

     

    Thrives on bringing happiness and connection to others. Is reliable, compassionate, and ready to make a difference. Can bring energy, creativity, and warmth to every interaction. (Bonus: You can drive a minibus!)

     

    How to Apply

    If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you!

    📧 Email: jobs@ageukgateshead.org.uk

    📞 Call: 0191 477 3559

    Let’s work together to create moments of joy and positivity for our clients and their families at House on the Hill.

    Apply today and start making a difference! 🌟

    DDC Support worker Job Description.pdf