Dementia Plus Advocate

  • Part time position of 21 hours per week

  • Fixed term contract to 31st March 2027 with the possibility of extension subject to funding

  • Annual salary of £15,893.29 (pro-rata of £28,002.46), rising by 4% upon successful completion of probationary period

Stockport Without Abuse (SWA) is a grassroots charity committed to supporting our vision of everyone having a right to live in safety, and to have a future without fear of domestic abuse. We work directly with women, men and children who have experienced or are at risk of domestic abuse.

Main purpose of the post:

The Dementia Plus Advocate will deliver safeguarding and therapeutic services to individuals aged 65 and over who are impacted by domestic abuse, where either the victim or perpetrator has a diagnosis of dementia. The post holder will provide personalised, dementia-sensitive support and raise awareness across the borough by delivering training to equip practitioners with the knowledge and tools to recognise and respond to abuse in the context of cognitive impairment.

Please send your completed application along with a completed equality and diversity form to: recruitment@stockportwithoutabuse.org.uk

Applications only – we do not accept CV’s.

Closing date for applications is 9am Tuesday 13th May 2025

Interviews will be held Tuesday 20th May 2025