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Wellbeing Facilitator

Bridport

£13.80 an hour - Permanent, Part-time

Location

Bridport

Full job description

At Age UK North, South & West Dorset, we believe later life should be lived with dignity, independence, connection, and purpose. We are looking for a compassionate, energetic, and reliable Wellbeing Facilitator to join our team supporting older people across Dorset.

This is a varied and rewarding community-based role where no two days are the same. You will help deliver a range of wellbeing activities designed to reduce isolation, support confidence, encourage independence, and improve quality of life for older people in our communities.

The role is primarily based in and around Bridport, however there will also be some regular activity in Dorchester and occasional support required across other parts of our coverage area including Weymouth and North Dorset.

What you’ll be doing

You will support and deliver a range of community wellbeing activities including:

Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) and brain training sessions
Coffee clubs and social groups
Seated exercise and wellbeing activities
Community engagement and group facilitation
Supporting older people to feel welcomed, included, and connected
Preparing venues and supporting session set-up
Working alongside volunteers and wider staff teams
Maintaining accurate attendance and contact records

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for somebody who:

Enjoys working directly with people
Is confident facilitating small groups and activities
Has a warm, patient, and encouraging approach
Is organised and reliable
Can work flexibly across community locations
Is comfortable using basic digital systems
Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle
Is able to travel independently across Dorset as required for service delivery

Experience working with older people, wellbeing activities, dementia support, or community groups would be advantageous, but training and support will be provided.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to genuinely make a difference within local communities whilst joining a supportive and developing charity committed to improving later life across Dorset.

We offer: