Job Summary
Alzheimer’s Society is looking for a Dementia Adviser to join our supportive team in Northamptonshire. The role is part‑time (28 hours per week) and involves working closely with people living with dementia and their carers to provide ongoing support, guidance and reassurance.
Key Responsibilities
* Build supportive, trusting relationships with people living with dementia and their carers, recognising and respecting individual needs.
* Provide personalised information, advice and emotional support that reflects each person’s culture, background, values and preferences.
* Deliver support through home visits, telephone contact and partnership working with other professionals.
* Participate in the triage rota, ensuring new referrals are handled promptly, sensitively and equitably.
* Manage a defined caseload, maintaining accurate, respectful and confidential records.
* Signpost and connect individuals to appropriate local services and community networks, reducing isolation and increasing access to support.
* Collaborate within a supportive team environment, contributing to reflective practice and continuous improvement.
* Facilitate and deliver regular peer support groups, creating a safe, inclusive environment where people affected by dementia can share experiences and access tailored information.
Person Specification
Essential skills, experience and attributes:
* Understanding of dementia, or willingness to learn about the experiences of people living with dementia and their carers.
* Experience providing information, guidance, advice or emotional support – from health, social care, community, voluntary, customer service or other people‑focused roles.
* Excellent listening and communication skills, able to build trust and rapport with people from diverse backgrounds.
* Ability to manage workload effectively, prioritising tasks and using appropriate support tools.
* Confidence using IT systems to maintain accurate and confidential records.
* Compassionate, non‑judgemental and person‑centred approach, with respect for diversity and lived experiences.
* Independently able to travel to visit individuals.
* Ability to communicate with a wide range of people, including speaking publicly at events about dementia, delivering information and signposting to resources.
* Willingness to learn and demonstrate potential; transferable skills are valued.
Employment Details
Salary: £25,391 to £27,450 a year (pro rata). Contract: Permanent. Working pattern: Part‑time, flexible working, home or remote working. Reference number: B0538‑26‑0000.
Location
Northampton, NN7 3DB, United Kingdom.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Application will include a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We encourage applications from people with disabilities, health conditions, and from Black, Asian, or other minority ethnic backgrounds, as these groups are under‑represented at Alzheimer’s Society. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone can feel welcomed and belonging.
Contact
For questions about the job, contact the Talent Team at Careers@alzheimers.org.uk.
Apply here: https://careers.alzheimers.org.uk/vacancies/3923/dementia-adviser.html
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