Memory Connections Group Facilitator (part-time)

Would you enjoy a rewarding role leading fun group sessions that could enhance older people’s lives?

Then you might be just the person we are looking for to join the team.

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12-month fixed term with a view to extending (subject to funding)

Part Time, worked over 2 days (14 hours) per week on Tuesday and Wednesday

£9,022.96 p.a. (£22,557.40 p.a. FTE)

Somerset and North Somerset

Working closely with the Memory Connections team, this role presents an exciting opportunity to deliver our Memory Connections MCST (Maintenance Cognitive Stimulation Therapy) programme in Somerset.

The programme offers enjoyable weekly sessions where group members take part in stimulating games and activities designed to assist those with mild to moderate dementia in maintaining their memory and thinking skills. Other potential benefits include increased confidence and friendship which could lead to a better quality of life.

Fun really is right at the heart of it all and you will need to develop creative theme-based subjects to facilitate discussion and participation. As a confident communicator who is sensitive in dealing with people within a group situation, you will encourage involvement whilst having compassion and consideration for individuals’ varied health issues and personalities. You should also be at ease with ‘Zoom’ video calls as some sessions may be run online.

A reliable and effective broadband internet connection with appropriate arrangements for home working will be required. You may also require access to a motor vehicle for community working.

Appointment to this post is subject to satisfactory references & DBS criminal records check

How to Apply

Read the Letter to Applicants and the Job Description below and then complete the online application form and the online Equal Opportunities form. There are also Word document copies if you prefer to complete the forms offline and email or post them to us.

You are welcome to email us at recruitment@ageuksomerset.org.uk for further information or an informal discussion.

PLEASE NOTE CVs WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Closing date

There is no formal deadline and we will be reviewing applications as they are received.

Interviews

In Person, date TBC.

Age UK Somerset is striving to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Promoting wellbeing and independence in later life

Age UK Somerset is an independent local charity providing older people, their families and carers with opportunities and access to information and services that enable them to make choices and experience fulfilment and satisfaction in later life.

We aim to focus on achieving the best for older people; by maximising the independence of individuals, striving to earn the respect of our partners and users and respecting the wishes and aspirations of others. We strive to ensure that the lifestyle and circumstances of older people guarantees their dignity at all times. In working with older people, we seek to empower them; celebrating diversity and offering equal opportunities.

In dealing with each other and with older people, all staff, trustees and volunteers will demonstrate kindness, empathy, compassion, patience and care.