Compassionate Support Practitioner: Start a Caring Career

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Perth; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

TRFS rewards scheme (includes cash-bac

Paid travel during shifts and 45p per

Continuous in-house trainingopportunit

Refer a Friend scheme- £150 reward for

Employee Forum - for employees to voce

Free Membership of Glasgow CreditUnion

Counselling & Life Works service

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Perth is looking for compassionate Support Practitioners to help people in their own homes with disabilities and additional support needs, including medication and finances, housework, meals, cooking and personal care. No care experience required; we hire on values, and provide training including a fully funded SVQ.

You will join a supportive team, contribute to meaningful activities, and grow your career in social care with generous leave and development

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals living in their own homes with daily activities and support needs.
• Provide support with medication and finances.
• Help with housework, meal preparation, cooking and personal care.
• Engage with the people supported in activities and outings.

Skills

Empathy

Observation

Communication

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Organisation

Job description

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Perth is looking for compassionate Support Practitioners to help people in their own homes with disabilities and additional support needs, including medication and finances, housework, meals, cooking and personal care. No care experience required; we hire on values, and provide training including a fully funded SVQ.

You will join a supportive team, contribute to meaningful activities, and grow your career in social care with generous leave and development