Alzheimer Scotland
Alzheimer Scotland

Charity registered in Scotland SC022315

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. We provide support and information to people with dementia, their carers and families, we campaign for the rights of people with dementia and fund vital dementia research.

Current vacancies

Community Activities Organiser - Angus

  • Part time
  • £25,136 – £26,494 pro-rata
  • On site: Arbroath
  • Closing 31st May 2026

Alzheimer Scotland is the leading dementia organisation in Scotland. We campaign for the rights of people with dementia and their families, whilst providing an extensive range of innovative, personalised, and therapeutic support services.

We are committed to improving the lives and opportunities of people living with dementia, their carers, partners, and families as their journey transitions from the first point of contact through to end of life. We believe nobody should face dementia alone.

We are looking for a confident, innovative and collaborative Community Activities Organiser for the Angus area. You will establish a range of community activities and opportunities across the locality that fill identified gaps and meet the needs of people living with dementia and their families.

The successful applicant will have a positive approach to dementia. You will be flexible, inclusive, creative, and organised in your approach. You will be sensitive and compassionate with the ability to support people in times of difficulty or distress. You will be an excellent communicator who can work effectively both with individuals and with groups. You will have a positive approach to your own continued professional development and a willingness to participate in relevant training. A relevant qualification and previous experience of working with people with dementia would be an advantage.

In return you will be in a role which offers the opportunity to meet great people, have great job satisfaction and be employed by an Organisation that offers a range of employee benefits and career progression opportunities.

A full and valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle during working time is required.

This post will be based at Alzheimer Scotland Dementia Resource Centre in Arbroath, although will involve delivery community groups across Angus.

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Community Activities Organiser - Clydebank

  • Part time
  • £25,136 – £26,494 pro-rata
  • On site: Dementia Resource Centre, 6-8 Miller Street, Clydebank, G81 1QU
  • Closing 18th May 2026

Alzheimer Scotland is the leading dementia organisation in Scotland. We campaign for the rights of people with dementia and their families, whilst providing an extensive range of innovative, personalised, and therapeutic support services.

We are committed to improving the lives and opportunities of people living with dementia, their carers, partners, and families as their journey transitions from the first point of contact through to end of life. We believe nobody should face dementia alone.

Are you a self-starter? Are you confident, innovative and collaborative?

If yes, then this may be the role for you.

We are looking for a Community Activities Organiser who will be responsible for developing and facilitating a wide range of community activities for people living with dementia and their carers/families with a view to helping them to maintain social activities, relationships and community connections.

The successful applicant will have a positive approach to dementia. You will be flexible, inclusive, creative, and organised in your approach. You will be sensitive and compassionate with the ability to support people in times of difficulty or distress. You will be an excellent communicator who can work effectively both with individuals and with groups. You will have a positive approach to your own continued professional development and a willingness to participate in relevant training. A relevant qualification and previous experience of working with people with dementia would be an advantage.

In return you will be in a role which offers the opportunity to meet great people, have great job satisfaction and be employed by an organisation that offers a range of employee benefits and career progression opportunities.

Financial package: 25 days annual leave plus 11 public holidays pro-rata, NEST Pension Scheme, Extensive Training Plan.

Occasional evening and weekend work may be required and a driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential to the role.

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Community Connections Coordinator - Tayside

  • Part time
  • £25,136 – £26,494 pro-rata
  • Remote: This post will be home based, although will involve delivery of community groups across Tayside.
  • Closing 2nd June 2026

Alzheimer Scotland is the leading dementia organisation in Scotland. We campaign for the rights of people with dementia and their families, whilst providing an extensive range of innovative, personalised, and therapeutic support services.

We are committed to improving the lives and opportunities of people living with dementia, their carers, partners, and families as their journey transitions from the first point of contact through to end of life. We believe nobody should face dementia alone.

We are looking for two confident, innovative and collaborative Community Connections Co-ordinators for the Tayside area. You will be responsible for developing, delivering and evaluating a range of activity and support groups for people living with dementia. This includes drop-in sessions, therapeutic group activities, carer support, Dementia Café style provision and brain health and prevention initiatives.

Delivery will follow a community hub model, with a regular presence in identified local venues or Alzheimer Scotland premises within the Tayside area, typically operating for a half or full day per week.

The role also involves supporting a small team of volunteers who contribute to the delivery of services. Providing guidance, encouragement, and informal supervision. Fostering a positive team culture and ensuring volunteers feel confident and valued in their roles.

The successful applicant will have a positive approach to dementia. You will be flexible, inclusive, creative, and organised in your approach. You will be sensitive and compassionate with the ability to support people in times of difficulty or distress. You will be an excellent communicator who can work effectively both with individuals and with groups. You will have a positive approach to your own continued professional development and a willingness to participate in relevant training. A relevant qualification and previous experience of working with people with dementia would be an advantage.

In return you will be in a role which offers the opportunity to meet great people, have great job satisfaction and be employed by an Organisation that offers a range of employee benefits and career progression opportunities.

A full and valid driving licence, access to a vehicle during working time and willingness to travel within a designated local area is essential for this role.

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Community Activities Organiser - Borders

  • Part time
  • £25,136 – £26,494 pro-rata
  • On site: Kelso & across the Scottish Borders
  • Closing 27th May 2026

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. We provide support and information to people with dementia, their carers and families, we campaign for the rights of people with dementia and fund vital dementia research.

We are committed to improving the lives and opportunities of people living with dementia, their carers, partners, and families as their journey transitions from the first point of contact through to end of life. We believe nobody should face dementia alone.

What you'll do

We are looking for a Community Activities Organiser for the Borders area. You will establish a range of community activities and opportunities across the locality that fill identified gaps and meet the needs of people living with dementia and their families.

What you'll have

Are you a self-starter? Are you confident, innovative and collaborative?

If yes, then this may be the role for you.

The successful applicant will have a positive approach to dementia. You will be flexible, inclusive, creative, and organised in your approach. You will be sensitive and compassionate with the ability to support people in times of difficulty or distress. You will be an excellent communicator who can work effectively both with individuals and with groups. You will have a positive approach to your own continued professional development and a willingness to participate in relevant training. A relevant qualification and previous experience of working with people with dementia would be an advantage.

In return you will be in a role which offers the opportunity to meet great people, have great job satisfaction and be employed by an Organisation that offers a range of employee benefits and career progression opportunities

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Community Connections Coordinator

  • Part time
  • £25,136 – £26,494 pro-rata
  • On site: Mid and East Loithian
  • Closing 1st June 2026

Who we are

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. We provide support and information to people with dementia, their carers and families, we campaign for the rights of people with dementia and fund vital dementia research.

What you’ll do

The Community Connections Co-ordinator will set up, deliver and evaluate a range of person-centred activities and support groups for people living with dementia and their carers. This includes drop-in sessions, therapeutic activities, Dementia Café style provision, carer support, and brain health initiatives delivered through local community hubs. Working predominantly as a team of two, the postholder will create inclusive and welcoming environments that promote wellbeing, independence and social connection while building strong local partnerships to increase awareness and participation.

What you’ll have

We are looking for someone with a positive and compassionate approach to supporting people living with dementia. You will be creative, organised and flexible with the ability to create inclusive and engaging experiences for individuals within a group setting. Strong communication skills, empathy and the confidence to support people during difficult or distressing times are essential. You will also value continuous learning and be keen to develop your skills through training and professional development. Previous experience working with people with dementia and a relevant qualification would be beneficial

Applicants must have a full and valid driving license and vehicle to be able to travel for this role.

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Day Service Practitioner

  • Part time
  • Sessional
  • On site: Midlothian
  • Closing 29th May 2026

Who we are

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. We provide support and information to people with dementia, their carers and families, we campaign for the rights of people with dementia and fund vital dementia research.

What you’ll do

You will be responsible for supporting people living with dementia to achieve good outcomes using a range of therapeutic interventions, resources and activities as appropriate. Working as part of the Registered and Commissioned Services/Community Connections team you will have responsibility for ensuring that services are of the highest quality and meet Alzheimer Scotland’s vision for unique therapeutic, highly person-centred support.

You will work with the wider team and Day Services Manager to ensure safe practice and delivery of high-quality, person-centred, therapeutic Registered and Commissioned Services/Community Connections, ensuring practice complies with Alzheimer Scotland’s policies. You will contribute to evidencing, reviewing and continually improving the quality of the services and will participate in internal audit and Care Inspectorate inspections.

You may operate within a building-based Day Care or as part of a Community Connection team delivering Community Groups and Outreach services across an allocated area. At times, this will involve working without supervision in the absence of the Day Services Manager.

You will work with the wider team to evidence that services meet Alzheimer Scotland’s Quality Guarantees, Scotland’s Health and Social Care standards and other quality frameworks including those of the Care Inspectorate where relevant. This includes ensuring that the activities and support offered meet the identified personal outcomes of those attending the services.

What you’ll have

The successful candidate will have a good understanding and/or experience of working with or supporting people living with dementia and their families. This will include an understanding of the benefit of high quality, evidence based therapeutic activity, ongoing evaluation, quality assurance and continuous improvement.

Knowledge and understanding of the Health and Social Care Standards and SSSC codes of practice and the Care Inspectorate and their role in registered services.

Understanding and knowledge of dementia, mild cognitive impairment and Brain Health and experience of working with or supporting people living with dementia and their families.

The successful candidate will have a recognised professional qualification in health, social work or related field, to SCQF Level 6 (SVQ 2)

This post requires a full driving licence and access to a car.

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Community Connections Coordinator

  • Part time
  • £25,136 – £26,494 pro-rata
  • On site: Helensburgh
  • Closing 28th May 2026

Who we are

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. We provide support and information to people with dementia, their carers and families, we campaign for the rights of people with dementia and fund vital dementia research.

What you’ll do

The Community Connections Coordinator will set up, deliver and evaluate a range of person-centred activities and support groups for people living with dementia and their carers. This includes drop-in sessions, therapeutic activities, dementia café-style provision, carer support, and brain health initiatives delivered through local community hubs or within a local centre. Working predominantly as a team of two, the postholder will create inclusive and welcoming environments that promote wellbeing, independence and social connection while building strong local partnerships to increase awareness and participation.

What you’ll have

We are looking for someone with a positive and compassionate approach to supporting people living with dementia. You will be creative, organised and flexible with the ability to create inclusive and engaging experiences for individuals within a group setting. Strong communication skills, empathy and the confidence to support people during difficult or distressing times are essential. You will also value continuous learning and be keen to develop your skills through training and professional development. Previous experience working with people with dementia and a relevant qualification would be beneficial

Applicants must have a full and valid driving licence and vehicle to be able to travel for this role.

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