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Age UK County Durham is the 'go to' organisation for older people across County Durham.

If you are looking to work for an inspirational organisation that puts its people at the heart of all it does, that offers progression, development, committment and reward, then we are the organisation for you!

Our staff and volunteers help over 5000 local older people every year, offering advice, information, activities and support. 

It's a great place to work if you really want to make a difference in people's lives.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to developing our employees and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

 

Older Peoples Resilience Worker (26.05) - 30 hours per week (Monday to Thursday, 8.30am to 4.30pm)
£27,345 per annum pro rata + 5% pension contribution to Organisation’s Pension Scheme

Closing date: Monday 29 June 2026 by 4.30pm and interviews will take place on Thursday 9 July 2026 at Houghton House, DH1 1TW

The post holder will be responsible for developing and co-ordinating a programme of workshops and resilience pathways, empowering people aged 50+ to live financially secure and digitally included lives.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about our organisation and will be committed to the work of Age UK County Durham. You will be coordinating a programme of work that supports the most financially vulnerable people aged 50 plus across County Durham. The post is based at our head office at Belmont Business Park, Durham DH1 1TW and will require you have access to a car and have a valid driving licence.

If you have any problems completing the form or would like to have informal chat about the position before completing the forms, please let us know by calling 0191 386 3856 and asking to speak to the Chief Executive Officer. The post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

For an application pack please contact us via email info@ageukcountydurham.org.uk  or download the documents listed below. 

Send your completed application documents by email to info@ageukcountydurham.org.uk (or by post for the attention of Julie Nicholls at Age UK County Durham, 1st Floor Houghton House, Belmont Business Park, Durham DH1 1TW). Please note that:

  • CVs will only be accepted with the fully completed application form (part a, b & c) 
  • Our website link is https://www.ageuk.org.uk/countydurham/
  • The address for postal application forms does not have a letter box nor are the premises open at the weekend
  • Our core office opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 4.00pm
  • We will contact shortlisted candidates by email to invite them to an interview soon after the closing date  (please remember to check your junk/spam folders)