Compassionate Home Care Support Practitioner (Driver) – 30h

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

TRFS rewards scheme

Paid travel during shifts

45p per mile fuel allowance

In-house training

Refer a Friend £150

Employee Forum

Glasgow Credit Union membership

Counselling & Life Works

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland is seeking a compassionate Support Practitioner in Motherwell for a 30-hour role. You will assist individuals at home with daily living, including meals, personal care, and activities, with full training provided. A driving license and own car are required, and weekend shift rounds apply.

We welcome diverse applicants and offer continuous training, generous leave, and benefits as part of our commitment to support workers in social care.

Qualifications

• No care experience required; training provided, including a fully funded SVQ.
• Female applicants only due to driving requirement; own car essential.
• No prior care sector experience necessary; values and transferrable skills considered.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in their own homes with daily living activities and personal care.
• Assist with medications and finances, housework, meal preparation, and moving and handling.
• Encourage participation in hobbies and social activities and support independent living.

Skills

Empathy

Observation skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Job description

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland is seeking a compassionate Support Practitioner in Motherwell for a 30-hour role. You will assist individuals at home with daily living, including meals, personal care, and activities, with full training provided. A driving license and own car are required, and weekend shift rounds apply.

We welcome diverse applicants and offer continuous training, generous leave, and benefits as part of our commitment to support workers in social care.