Job Description

Memory Connections Group Facilitator

Contract:

12-month fixed term with a view to extending (subject to funding)

Hours:

Part Time, worked over 2 days (14 hours) per week on Tuesday and Wednesday

Salary:

9,567 p.a. (23,918 p.a. FTE)

Location:

Somerset and North Somerset

Would you enjoy a rewarding role leading fun, group sessions that could enhance older people's lives?

Working closely with the Memory Connections team, this role presents an exciting opportunity to deliver our Memory Connections MCST programme in Somerset.

The programme offers enjoyable weekly sessions where group members take part in stimulating games and activities designed to assist those with mild to moderate dementia in maintaining their memory and thinking skills. Other potential benefits include increased confidence and friendship which could lead to a better quality of life.

Fun really is right at the heart of it all and you will need to develop creative theme-based subjects to facilitate discussion and participation. As a confident communicator who is sensitive in dealing with people within a group situation, you will encourage involvement whilst having compassion and consideration for individuals' varied health issues and personalities.

A reliable and effective broadband internet connection with appropriate arrangements for home working will be required. You may also require access to a motor vehicle for community working.

Appointment to this post is subject to satisfactory references & DBS criminal records check

How to apply

Go to Get Involved/Work with us on our Age UK Somerset website for the application pack.

Age UK Somerset is striving to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Closing date: 9am Tuesday 4th November 2025

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:

Memory Connections Group Facilitator

JOB PURPOSE:

Delivery of MCST Memory Connections group work programmes

ACCOUNTABLE TO:

Information & Support Manager

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

This post does not carry line management responsibilities, but will involve working with volunteers.

TRAVEL:

The nature of the job may require travel around the beneficial area. It is the post holder's responsibility to hold a valid driving licence and provide a roadworthy vehicle with business mileage insurance. Travel expenses are paid at an appropriate rate.

MAIN DUTIES

Plan and facilitate structured group sessions for people with mild to moderate dementia. Attend relevant training for Maintenance Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (MCST) session delivery Facilitate group sessions for the MCST programme Monitor person-centred outcomes for individual clients participating Plan client-focused strategy, transitioning from Maintenance CST groups to other delivery programmes and/or providers, according to individual client need Meet all reporting requirements, and requests for Case Studies

PERSON SPECIFICATION - Essential areas

Good standard of education Good working knowledge of MS Office, especially MS Power Point Experience of running group sessions or working with people in a group Commitment to attend and participate in induction and relevant training to achieve the knowledge required to deliver a quality service A current driving licence and/ or access to a car
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 13.14 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Taunton TA2 6BJ