Dementia Support Services support worker
| Posting date: | 02 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 September 2025 |
| Location: | Alnwick, NE66 2DG |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | B0077-25-0003 |
Summary
2. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Main Responsibilities: Promotion within local North Northumberland communities of HospiceCare North Northumberland Dementia services Undertaking risk assessments prior to patients/ clients undertaking Dementia activities to ensure risk of injury is minimised Working in partnership with other providers of Dementia services to enhance provision and accessibility of services Assist line manager to Identify and recruit a volunteer workforce to enhance Dementia service delivery Planning and implementing activities such as crafts, and music events. Be aware of Hospice procedures relating to identification of safeguarding incidents and vulnerabilities of patients with Dementia Sourcing activities and members of the community with skills to share at our cafes, including contacting schools and youth groups. Leading activity groups that we provide including seated exercise class, 3 cafes and walking football in 2 locations. Knowledge, Skills and Competence The post holder will: Understand the diagnostic pathway and progression of Dementia Understand the therapeutic approaches and relative value of treatment options available for patients with Dementia Understand the impact of common health problems which may impact quality of life of patients with Dementia Be aware of Hospice procedures relating to identification of safeguarding incidents and vulnerabilities of patients with Dementia Identify service development opportunities for patients with Dementia and engage carers in the development of services