Salary: £24,643.25 - £25,974.86 per year pro rata
Contract Type: Permanent
Position Type: Part Time
Hours: 18 hours per week
Contract: 2 positions, 18 hour, permanent
At present, there are an estimated 8,464 citizens living with dementia in Edinburgh. Around 300 of these people are under the age of 65 years old.
Would you like to make a difference to the lives of younger people living with dementia in Edinburgh?
Supporting individuals to keep connected to their communities, engage in their interests and hobbies, and access peer support, using your own car to help people get around (mileage and expenses are paid).
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 is essential. Relevant qualifications and/or experience of working with people with dementia would be an advantage.
This position requires applicants to be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). Successful candidates are expected to hold or work towards a professional qualification (minimum of SVQ2).
This post requires a full driving licence and access to a car.
The successful candidate for this post will be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland.
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