About The Role Our Hospital dementia adviser is there to provide support to people with a diagnosis of Dementia whilst in hospital and their family and to support with a successful discharge from hospital to ensure that they have the right support to return to their homes safely and with confidence. This role will support people and help provide the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about their future. This particular role will be based in Hull Royal Infirmary and will require a large amount of walking throughout the different departments. You will be working on a fixed term contract up until February 2026 on a full time basis. Within this role you will work very closely with other local services teams, to connect people to colleagues in the community for ongoing support. There is no direct care element to the Dementia Adviser role, however we work passionately to provide advice, support and guidance to people affected by dementia by working collaboratively with teams within the hospital. About you

- Ability and interest in supporting people to maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being, and help them take more control of their lives. - Understanding of dementia and the needs of those living with dementia and their carers would be an advantage but if you have had experience supporting with other diagnosis or support requirements this would be taken into consideration

What you’ll focus on:

- As a Dementia Adviser, you will have the rewarding opportunity of providing support, information and guidance to people with dementia, their carers and families, supporting them to navigate their hospital admission,  maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being, putting them in more control of their lives and care. - Host drop in sessions, information stalls and attend events - Delivery dementia friends sessions and work with colleagues and volunteers to provide support to people whilst in hospital.

About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what’s our mission?

Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.

At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.

Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.

Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.

Our hiring process

We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we’re happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours’ notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart.

Giving back to you

At Alzheimer’s Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You’ll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Bupa Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.