Salary: 7,264 - 14,529 actual per annum (9.31 per hour) Hours: 15.00- 30.00 per week Contract type: Permanent, part time Interview date Interviews to commence week beginning 10th October Please note this is not a West Sussex County Council post, it is being advertised on behalf of the Alzheimer's Society.

Please note this is not a West Sussex County Council post, it is being advertised on behalf of the Alzheimer's Society. Alzheimer’s Society is the UK’s leading support and research charity for people with dementia, their families and carers. There are 850,000 people with dementia in the UK and numbers are set to rise to over 1 million by 2025. At Alzheimer’s Society, we provide practical services and support for people with dementia and their carers – and we are now looking for an experienced support worker with the expertise to support people in their own homes and contribute to achieving our vision of a world without dementia. To meet these challenges, you must have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or be prepared to work towards Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care once you join us. Experience in a care environment is essential, and your good understanding of dementia and the needs of people affected by it will be supported by knowledge of relevant legislation. You will certainly know how to evaluate and assess individual needs, and you must be able to work flexible hours and travel independently within the service area. Add to that your empathy and excellent communication skills and you will quickly establish yourself as a vital member of our team. The post holder will be based in the West Sussex area. An ability to travel independently around the area is essential. You are provided with travel claim forms for travel expenses to be recouped .The post will involve working in people's homes therefore a DBS disclosure will be required. If you have the qualities we’re looking for and are passionate about improving the quality of life for people with dementia you will quickly establish yourself as a valued member of our team. Alzheimer’s Society is committed to equal opportunities. To find out more about the role, download a job description where you can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it’s like to be an employee at the Society. If you wish to apply, please download and read the job description and download an application form and job application guidelines and complete our online Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form. Please send your completed application form by 5PM on 03/10/2016 No CVs or agencies please. Late applications will not be accepted. For further information please email us.