Are you passionate about improving the lives of people living with dementia and their families? Do you have the
leadership skills to drive an innovative project that integrates support, training, and community engagement?
Meeting Centres Scotland is seeking an exceptional individual to manage the newly established Royal Victoria
Dementia Meeting Centre and Training Hub.
About Dementia Meeting Centres
Meeting Centres are inclusive, supportive hubs designed to enhance the wellbeing and quality of life of people living
with dementia and their care partners. Meeting Centres provide structured activities, social opportunities, and
practical support, tailored to individual needs. They create a safe, understanding environment where people can
connect, share experiences, and build resilience.
The Royal Victoria Dementia Meeting Centre, situated within the Royal Victoria Hospital, will offer a unique
opportunity to provide person-centred care in a hospital setting, alleviating the stress of hospital stays for
people living with dementia. This pioneering project will be run by Meeting Centres Scotland and will also serve
as a training hub for future healthcare professionals, equipping them with the skills and compassion required
for high-quality dementia care.
Why Join Us?
This role is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to:
- Lead an innovative project that integrates care, training, and community engagement.
- Empower a
multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred support.
- Shape the future of dementia care by mentoring
the next generation of healthcare professionals.
- Make a tangible difference in the lives of people
living with dementia and their families.
What We’re Looking For
At Meeting Centres Scotland, we embrace skills-based hiring. We’re interested in what you can bring to this role—not
just traditional qualifications. If you possess the following skills, experiences, or qualities, we want to hear
from you:
Key Skills
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead and inspire a team, fostering collaboration and
accountability.
- Empathy: A deep understanding of the needs of people living with dementia and their
families.
- Project Management: Experience in planning, coordinating, and delivering complex
projects.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage
diverse stakeholders.
- Innovation: A creative mindset to design and implement meaningful programmes and
activities.
- Problem-Solving: Practical and proactive in overcoming challenges and identifying
solutions.
- Collaboration: Skilled at building partnerships across health, education, and community
sectors.
Preferred Experience
- Working in health and social care, community development, or a related field.
- Managing or developing
community-based programmes.
- Mentoring or training others, particularly in an educational or healthcare
setting.
- Budget management and resource allocation.
We value diverse backgrounds and welcome candidates with non-traditional career paths who can demonstrate their
skills and potential.
What You’ll Do
As the Centre Manager, you will:
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the Royal Victoria Dementia Meeting Centre.
- Develop and deliver a
programme of person-centred activities tailored to participants’ needs and preferences.
- Recruit, train,
and supervise a team of staff and volunteers.
- Build and maintain partnerships with NHS Tayside, local
universities, and community organisations.
- Oversee student training placements, fostering practical
skills and understanding in future healthcare professionals.
- Monitor and evaluate the project’s
progress, reporting impact to stakeholders and funders.
- Manage budgets and resources, ensuring the
Centre’s sustainability.
- Champion inclusion, equality, and safeguarding at all times.
Why You’ll Love This Role
You’ll work with a supportive, passionate team committed to making a difference. We provide opportunities for
professional development and the chance to lead a project that combines compassion, innovation, and tangible
impact.