Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer, and nearly one million people are living with it today. Behind every number is a person, a family, and a need for better support, care and hope.
What would it take to turn an idea into something that improves lives at scale? And how do we make sure good innovations do not get stuck, but reach the people who need them?
At Alzheimer’s Society, innovation is how we turn ideas into real world change. We identify, support and invest in solutions that improve diagnosis, care, access to treatment and help prevent crisis. Our Innovation Programme has supported more than 60 innovations, reaching over 1.5 million people and helping partners secure millions in further funding.
We are looking for an Innovation Officer (Portfolio) to help grow and strengthen this impact. You will sit within our Innovation Team in the Research and Influencing Directorate, supporting performance, relationships and learning across our investment portfolio.
This role is about helping good ideas go further and making sure they deliver real benefit for people affected by dementia.
What does it look like when innovation truly works in the real world?
What you’ll do
You will manage relationships with our innovation portfolio partners, monitoring progress, impact and reach, seeking opportunities for wider implementation and scale of innovations, how can we drive opportunities for wider adoption and growth of innovations?
You will help us understand the impact of our innovation portfolio by turning project data into clear, useful insight through dashboards and analysis. .How do we frame data to focus on outcomes and emphasise real world change?
You will track the return on investment of innovations within the portfolio, monitoring quarterly sales and annual returns to understand whether innovations are delivering the expected impact and sustainability. How do we balance impact, growth and financial return?
You will help with operational delivery, including due diligence, contracting, and invoicing. How do we keep the behind the scenes work steady so innovation can move forward?
You will also help share the work of our team and innovators we support through events, communications, and engagement. How do we make impact feel real and support innovations to be accessible to others?
You will support learning and evaluation to understand what works and why. How do we make space for learning, not just delivery?
Key responsibilities include:
- Manage portfolio partner relationships through regular engagement, meetings, and stakeholder support
- Develop and maintain impact metrics and dashboards to track portfolio performance, returns, and impact
- Monitor financial performance including sales, returns, and quarterly partner reporting
- Review and analyse partner reports to identify progress, risks, and key themes across the portfolio
- Support income-generation opportunities by identifying routes for testing, implementation, and scaling
- Monitor compliance requirements including contractual obligations and brand-licensing agreements
- Lead evaluation activity by designing, commissioning, and monitoring evaluations with partners
- Prepare and coordinate partner representation and involvement in meetings and events
- Support operational processes such as invoicing, due diligence, contracting, and onboarding of new partners
- Collaborate across teams and contribute to continuous improvement of portfolio management and reporting
About you
You care about work that makes a difference. You are curious, open to learning, and comfortable working across information, people and processes.
You might come from innovation, partnerships, health, charity or the public sector. Or somewhere completely different.
We do not expect you to know everything on day one. We care more about how you think and how you work with others.
If you meet some of the criteria but not all, we would still really like to hear from you.
- You are interested in understanding what is working and what is not, and why
- You enjoy working with others to keep things moving
- You can manage multiple pieces of work and notice what matters most
- You communicate clearly, even when information is complex or changing
- You find practical ways forward when things are not straightforward
We are building innovation that transforms lives. This role helps make sure that happens.
Interviews for are provisionally scheduled to take place on the 14th July via MS Teams
About Alzheimer's Society
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 Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people.
Our hiring process
During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply. Please also contact Alzheimer's Society Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] for application support or any adjustments you might need.
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice.
We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice.
We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a Criminal Record Check at the relevant level. You can read more information via our Website.
Giving back to you
Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.
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.
Thank you!
At Alzheimer’s Society, we believe no one should face dementia alone. Every conversation, every visit and every small moment of reassurance can make a real difference. We are looking for a warm, thoughtful and organised Dementia Adviser to join our supportive team in The South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust working 35 hours per week.
You will work closely with people living with dementia and those who care about them, providing ongoing support. You will listen carefully, understand what matters most to each person and offer guidance that helps them feel steadier and more confident as their situation changes.
Your days will be varied and meaningful. You might be visiting someone at home, offering calm reassurance over the phone, or working closely with other professionals to make sure the right support is in place. We operate a triage system for new referrals and you will play your part in making sure people are responded to quickly and thoughtfully. You will manage your own caseload, keeping clear and accurate records, while always seeing the person behind the paperwork. You will also facilitate the care information support programme for carers.
You will be part of a caring and dynamic local team who share ideas, reflect together and support one another. There will be time to meet as a team and opportunities to keep growing your knowledge of dementia, with your manager and colleagues alongside you.
About you
You will have:
- An understanding of dementia, or a willingness to learn about the experiences of people living with dementia and those who care for them.
- Experience providing information, guidance, advice or emotional support - this could be from health, social care, community, voluntary, customer service or other people focused roles.
- You will be able to listen and communicate, with the ability to build trust and rapport with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
- The ability to manage your workload effectively, with appropriate support and tools, and to balance competing priorities.
- Confidence using IT systems to maintain accurate and confidential records.
- A compassionate, non-judgemental and person-centred approach, with respect for diversity and individual lived experiences.
- The ability to travel independently.
- The confidence and ability to communicate with a wide range of people, adapting your approach to ensure understanding. You will be required to speak publicly at events about dementia, delivering information and signposting people to further resources and networks.
Please don’t be put off from applying if you don’t meet every single requirement listed. We recognise the value of transferable skills and lived experience, and we’re keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate potential, capability and a willingness to learn.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build supportive, trusting relationships with people living with dementia and their carers across, recognising and respecting individual needs and circumstances.
- Provide personalised information, advice and emotional support that reflects each person’s culture, background, values and preferences.
- Deliver support through home visits, telephone contact and partnership working other professionals.
- Participate in the triage rota, ensuring new referrals are handled promptly, sensitively and equitably.
- Manage a defined caseload, maintaining accurate, respectful and confidential records.
- Signpost and connect individuals to appropriate local services and community networks, reducing isolation and increasing access to support.
- Work collaboratively within a supportive team environment, contributing to reflective practice and continuous improvement.
- Facilitate and deliver regular peer support groups, creating a safe, inclusive environment where people affected by dementia can share experiences, build connections, and access tailored information and guidance.
Interviews for this role have been provisionally scheduled to take place via Teams w/c 29 June 2026.
About Alzheimer's Society
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 Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people.
Our hiring process
During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply.
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice.
We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice.
We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a Criminal Record Check at the relevant level. You can read more information via our Website.
Giving back to you
Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.
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.
Thank you!
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Are you passionate about helping young people discover faith and purpose?
At Scripture Union, we believe every child and young person should have the chance to explore who Jesus is—yet many never will. That’s why we’re growing a team of people who are passionate about building relationships, creating opportunities, and inspiring others to make a difference in the lives of young people.
We’re looking for someone who is motivated by this vision and excited to have a hands-on role in seeing it become a reality across London.
You’ll be working in and around your local and other nearby boroughs. You will already have strong existing connections in West London (Ealing, Hillingdon, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow and Hounslow) or North & North West London (Brent, Enfield, Harringay, Hackney, Islington, Camden, Westminster & City).
This role could be for you if you…
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Have experience in youth work, church ministry or leadership, education, or social entrepreneurship
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Love connecting with people and building strong, collaborative relationships
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Enjoy starting new things, spotting opportunities, and turning ideas into action
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Are confident supporting, coaching, and encouraging others to grow
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Are passionate about seeing children and young people thrive
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Are a practising Christian who is active in your local church
You might not have heard the term Mission Enabler before—and that’s okay. What matters most is your heart, your drive, and your ability to bring people together around a shared purpose.
What you’ll be doing
This is a varied and outward-facing role where no two weeks look the same. You’ll:
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Build relationships with churches, community groups, and individuals across your area
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Recruit, support, and encourage volunteers who are working with children and young people
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Help create and lead new initiatives that give young people opportunities to explore faith
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Coach and equip others to grow their confidence and impact
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Develop new ideas and approaches that can be expanded more widely
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Contribute to events, activities, and programmes across the region
You’ll spend time out and about in your local area, as well as working flexibly from home.
The role can be a full or a part time job share and offers flexibility for anyone with childcare/caring responsibilities, candidates in existing part time employment or study. We also offer home based working for even greater flexibility and balance with the responsibilities of family life.
Why join Scripture Union?
Scripture Union is a national charity working to see a new generation with a vibrant faith. We partner with churches and communities across England and Wales, helping them engage children and young people in meaningful and relevant ways.
When you join us, you’ll be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team where your work has real and lasting impact.
We offer:
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Flexible, home-based working
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Full-time or part-time/job share options
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23 days holiday plus bank holidays (and additional volunteering days)
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Up to 12% pension contribution
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Life insurance and enhanced family leave
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A collaborative, values-led working environment
About your team
You’ll be joining our brilliant South Region team, which covers our largest region from Kent to Cornwall, offering numerous opportunities to contribute your expertise in a variety of contexts, from urban and suburban to coastal and rural settings. You’ll have a brilliant time getting acquainted with this rich tapestry of local and national partners. Across the south region, we currently work with 130 churches and have 150 faith guides, we’d like to see these numbers grow significantly over the next few years.
In the south region we have the highest density of Christian holidays and festivals, with events that we organise and run directly and a variety of festival and missions that we support and partner with. You’ll have a fantastic opportunity each summer to get hands on engaged in these mission and festivals throughout the year.
Our South Region also includes our vibrant capital, one of the most multicultural and ethnically diverse cities in the world, with over 300 languages spoken. With many like-minded missional organisations having a footprint in and around the capital, and all of the Christian movements and denominations represented here, London holds key strategic value and will be the focus of your ministry activities. You’ll be joining an exceptional and growing team of five staff. We are particularly interested in how sports, arts, and culture can be explored to further enable the mission both in London and across SU and would be particularly interested in candidates with expertise in either of these areas.
Important information
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This role requires an active Christian faith and involvement in a local church (Occupational Requirement – Equality Act 2010).
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An enhanced DBS check is required.
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Applicants must have the right to work in the UK (we cannot offer visa sponsorship).
Interested?
If you’re excited by the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and young people—and to equip others to do the same—we’d love to hear from you.
Interview date: 7th July 2026
If this describes you, and you are in agreement with the aims and beliefs of Scripture Union, then we would like to hear from you. To apply for this role, download a copy of the job specification. You will need to upload your CV (2 A4 pages max) and a covering letter (2 A4 pages max) detailing how your skills and experience reflect the person specification via Charity Jobs. All screening questions provided as part of your application, must be answered.
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