Parkinson's Adviser - Helpline
Employer: Parkinsons UK
Location: Home Based
Temporary: This role is fixed term until 31st December 2027
Working hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £35,073.34 per year
Closing date: 26-05-2026
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This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK, we want to reach as many people as possible so we can improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s. We are looking for people to join our network, make genuine connections, and be part of a larger team that works together to support the Parkinson’s community.
People living with Parkinson's value the services and opportunities Parkinson’s UK provides, delivered by committed and skilled colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations. Following an investment of 1.5 million we have the opportunity to build on the quality and reach of our community services.
About the role
You’ll provide a personalised service that enables appropriate levels of self-advocacy and/ or advocate on behalf of clients, signposting to other services as relevant.
You’ll empower people affected by Parkinson's, their families, friends and carers to live lives that are as fulfilling as possible and to take an active role in their treatment becoming their own advocate in health and life, wherever possible.
This role is fixed term until 31st December 2027.
What you’ll do:
Provide in depth, person-centred information and guidance to clients via our helpline service.
Keep accurate, up to date online client records in line with practice.
Recognise and respond to potential safeguarding situations using established procedures.
Provide information on a variety of health and social care issues, including appropriate emotional support, employment and welfare benefits guidance and advocating with and on behalf of clients.
Maintain relationships and partnerships with internal and external teams to achieve the best outcomes for clients.
What you’ll bring:
Background and/or current experience in health and social care
Well-developed telephone skills including active listening and questioning
Experience of supporting and empowering people with problem solving, navigating the health and social care system and participating in their own care
Ability to be calm and deal effectively with challenging or emotional situations and/or people
In depth understanding of Parkinson’s, relevant issues and legislation, in particular in connection with health and social care and welfare benefits
This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!
Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.
Interviews for this role will be held week commencing 8th June 2026.
The successful candidate will be required to
provide their own broadband service with a minimum download speed of 2Mb
have a confidential space in which to work
provide occasional cover on Saturdays and/or Bank holidays
This role will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. You’ll be required to apply for one; refusal to do so will result in the offer being withdrawn.
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
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