Jobs in Inverness Central, Highland

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Alzheimer Scotland as a Dementia Advisor within the South Highland area on a permanent, part-time basis (28 hours per week).

The Dementia Advisor role is key to our local services and is often the first point of contact for individuals and families following a diagnosis of dementia. This role is central to our success in ensuring people living with dementia, and those who care for them, have timely access to high-quality advice, information and support within their local community.

The post holder will provide practical advice, emotional support and guidance, alongside access to resources, community activities, groups and other programmes that help sustain independence for as long as possible. Dementia Advisors support families at any stage, offering responsive, person-centred support tailored to individual needs.

In addition to one-to-one support, this role will involve organising and delivering Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) groups and carers’ education programmes, helping to build knowledge, confidence and resilience among both people living with dementia and those who support them.

This role will also include line management responsibility for the Community Activities Organiser and may involve contributing to monitoring and reporting on service activity and outcomes.

The Dementia Advisor will work within their local communities to promote dementia-friendly approaches and strengthen partnership working across services and community networks.

The successful candidate will primarily be based in Inverness at the Brain Health & Dementia Resource Centre and will be a valued member of the wider South Highland locality team.

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate individual who can take a flexible, creative and person-centred approach to supporting people living with dementia, their families and carers. The role requires warmth, empathy, strong relationship-building skills and a good understanding of dementia.

Applicants should demonstrate:

• A clear understanding of the aims and values of Alzheimer Scotland
• Excellent communication and networking skills
• A recognised professional qualification and/or relevant experience
• A willingness to learn and engage in ongoing professional development

Relevant qualifications and/or experience of working with people living with dementia, as well as experience of facilitating group work or training, would be advantageous.

You will be required to have a full driving licence and access to a car.