20h Support Practitioner — Transform Lives in Home Care

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Shotts; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

TRFS rewards scheme

Paid travel during shifts and fuel 45p

In-house training opportunities

Refer a Friend £150

Employee Forum

Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Unit

HSF Health Care plan

Counselling & Life Works service

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Shotts is hiring a part-time Support Practitioner (20 hours per week). You will support individuals living in their own homes with disabilities in daily activities, including personal care, meal prep and finances.

No prior care experience is required as full training and a fully funded SVQ are provided; however, due to role requirements, female applicants who drive with access to their own car are preferred, and weekend work is on a rotational basis.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and caring nature.
• Good observation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in using computers.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and on your own.
• Good organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and/or additional support needs in daily activities, including support with medication and finances, housework, meal preparation, moving and handling, cooking and personal care.
• Assist with activities and hobbies and encourage participation in social and community activities.
• Document observations and communicate effectively with the care team and family members.
• Maintain a safe environment and follow care plans and safeguarding policies.

Skills

Empathetic nature

Observational skills

Verbal & written communication

Computer proficiency

Teamwork & independence

Organisational skills

Job description

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Shotts is hiring a part-time Support Practitioner (20 hours per week). You will support individuals living in their own homes with disabilities in daily activities, including personal care, meal prep and finances.

No prior care experience is required as full training and a fully funded SVQ are provided; however, due to role requirements, female applicants who drive with access to their own car are preferred, and weekend work is on a rotational basis.