Compassionate Support Practitioner — Make a Difference in Cupar

Richmond Fellowship Scotland Ltd; Cupar; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Discounts at retailers

Mileage allowance for shifts

In-house training opportunities

Refer a Friend scheme

Credit Union membership

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Cupar is seeking a compassionate Support Practitioner to assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and additional support needs. You will help with daily living tasks, medications, finances, housework, meals and personal care.

No care experience is required; full training and a funded SVQ are provided. A full driving licence and access to a car are essential, with day, evening, weekend shifts and sleepovers available.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a car.
• No care experience required; comprehensive training including a funded SVQ provided.
• Shift patterns include day/evening/weekend and sleepover opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in their own homes with daily living, including medications and finances.
• Support with housework, meal planning, cooking and personal care.
• Engage in activities aligned to the person’s interests and routines.

Skills

Empathy

Observation skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Team player

Organisational skills

Job description

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Cupar is seeking a compassionate Support Practitioner to assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and additional support needs. You will help with daily living tasks, medications, finances, housework, meals and personal care.

No care experience is required; full training and a funded SVQ are provided. A full driving licence and access to a car are essential, with day, evening, weekend shifts and sleepovers available.