At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide one-to-one support to individuals affected by early onset dementia, engaging in activities they enjoy.
- Company: Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of those with dementia.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working opportunities and access to learning programmes for career development.
- Other info: The position is part-time, 14 hours per week, and based in Cardiff or Vale of Glamorgan.
- Why this job: This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while working part-time.
- Qualifications: Candidates should have experience in a care environment and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
About the Role
Are you looking for a rewarding career where every day is different? Do you have the passion and drive to make a positive difference in people’s lives who are affected by early onset dementia? Do you live in the Cardiff or Vale of Glamorgan area? We are looking to recruit a part‑time, 14 hours per week Community Support Worker to join our established and dynamic team. This is a fixed‑term role until April 2027, with potential to become permanent. This is a community‑based role involving regular travel across the Cardiff or Vale of Glamorgan area including local meetings and direct support, with the flexibility to work from home based on business and community needs.
What We Are Looking For
We would like to welcome an approachable and knowledgeable Community Support Worker to work with people affected by early onset dementia. This rewarding and varied opportunity provides one‑to‑one support to individuals, helping them build confidence and engage in activities they enjoy. Tasks may include going for a coffee, visiting local areas of interest, or supporting them to navigate public transport for medical appointments and other preferred activities, sometimes discovering new experiences along the way.
What You Would Need
- An understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers.
- Resilience to listen and empathise with individuals during what can be an incredibly difficult period of adjustment and personal challenge.
- Strong communication and listening skills to deliver personalised support with a non‑judgmental and compassionate approach.
- Strong organisational and time‑management skills to manage the support of individuals effectively.
- Great relationship‑building skills to create trusted and beneficial connections within the organisation and external networks.
- Ability to provide information and support in people’s homes and at locations across the local area.
- Experience of working in a care or community environment.
- Good IT skills to update computerised medical reports.
- Be able to travel independently across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.
Important Information
There is no direct‑care element to the Community Support Worker role. Travel within the community across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan is a prerequisite for the successful candidate.
Diversity and Inclusion
We strongly encourage individuals with a disability, impairment, health condition, or who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background to apply. Our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging ensures that all people feel included and belong at the organization.
Benefits
Our employees receive a range of benefits and recognition, as well as opportunities for flexible working and learning programmes to support career development.
Community Support Worker employer: AlzheimersSociety
This organisation focuses on supporting individuals affected by early onset dementia in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements and career development opportunities. The team values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.
