Dementia Support Worker – Primary Care Dementia Project
Category: Development & Support
Organisation: SOAR Community
Part-time: 29.6 hours per week
Salary: SP9 £24,319–SP13 £26,012 per annum pro rata (dependent on experience & qualifications)
Duration: 24 months fixed term (extension subject to funding)
Key Terms & Conditions
* 25 days holiday & bank holidays pro rata and 8% non‑contributory pension
* 1‑day birthday leave
Other Benefits
* Cycle to Work scheme – buy a bike tax‑free and cycle to work
* Westfield Foresight Health Plan – annual benefits and services such as routine dental work and check‑ups, etc.
* Reflective practice sessions provided
Purpose of Job
SOAR Community are seeking to recruit an experienced Dementia Support Worker to engage people with dementia and their carers who are registered with a SAPA5 or Foundry Primary Care Network GP practice. The aim is to ensure they feel an increased sense of belonging and connection within their communities, so that they can live well with dementia for longer.
Role Responsibilities
* Complete an initial assessment to build trust and ascertain individual needs & wishes
o Hold a caseload offering one‑to‑one support, sharing lived experiences, coping strategies, & guidance to instill hope and confidence
* Provide encouragement and motivation with regular check‑ins for both client and carer, including a 6‑month wellbeing call
* Support access and navigation to a range of peer support activities available in the community such as dementia cafés, including organising transport to enable regular participation
* Attend Dementia Partnership Multi‑Disciplinary Team (MDT) each month
* Develop close working relationships with Age UK Sheffield, Sheffield Dementia Advice Service (DAS), Primary Care Networks, etc.
Application Details
Closing date for applications: Monday 10th November 2025 (12:00 noon)
Interviews will be held: Friday 21st November 2025
Location: Sheffield
How to Apply: To request an application pack please visit SOAR Community Website.
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