Compassionate Care Support Practitioner – Training Included

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

TRFS rewards scheme (cashback & 1s

Discounts at high street & onlineretai

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team in Perth as Support Practitioners. You will assist people in their own homes with daily living tasks, including medication, finances, housework, meals and personal care.

No care experience is required as full training and fully funded SVQ are provided. A positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team are essential to help agreed outcomes and quality of life for the people supported.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and caring nature required.
• Good observation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in using computers.
• Ability to work well in a team 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 help with medication and finances, housework, meal preparation, cooking and personal care.
• Engage with service users in activities and outings (gym, cinema, meals) to promote quality of life.
• Provide compassionate, person-centred support and maintain accurate records as required.

Skills

Empathetic and caring nature

Observation skills

Verbal and written communication

Computers

Teamwork and independence

Organisational skills

Job description

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team in Perth as Support Practitioners. You will assist people in their own homes with daily living tasks, including medication, finances, housework, meals and personal care.

No care experience is required as full training and fully funded SVQ are provided. A positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team are essential to help agreed outcomes and quality of life for the people supported.