Support Worker - National

Contract - 8x Flexible positions

Locations - Renfrewshire, North Highland, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Dundee, Ardrossan, Inverclyde, Glasgow

We are looking for unique persons to join our teams at our dementia specific day services across various areas of Scotland. Our day services are personalised to the preferences and needs of individuals, providing therapeutic dementia specific support with a focus on maintaining skills and independence.

Alzheimer Scotland offers a wide range of community activities across Scotland, that provide opportunities for people to participate in activities that increase and, where possible, improve physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing for people living with dementia.

We are looking for unique people who can support people with dementia, in a variety of environments. Our support workers are our most important people as they provide front line support and help individuals to maintain skills and independence by providing company and the opportunity for people with dementia to socialise.

Successful applicants will have a positive approach to dementia. You will also have good communication skills and a caring attitude. A willingness to learn and participate in training (including SVQ’s) is essential. Relevant qualifications and/or experience of working with people with dementia would be an advantage.

For a full job description, please click apply where you will be redirected to our website to fill out an online application form. Applicants must complete the form on our website to be considered for this role. CV applications will not be considered.

Please note in your personal statement which location you are interested in applying for.

The successful candidate for this post will be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland.

Interview date - TBC