Support Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Ardrossan; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team in Ardrossan, where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of those with additional support needs. This rewarding role involves assisting individuals with healthcare needs, encouraging independence, and fostering personal growth through tailored support plans. You will be part of a vibrant and welcoming environment that values collaboration and positive experiences. With flexible hours and numerous benefits, including training opportunities and a generous leave entitlement, this position offers a fulfilling career path in social care. If you are passionate about helping others and want to develop your skills, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Retention payment of £500

Discount options at high street stores

Referral bonus of £250

Training and development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

HSF Health Plan

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for making a difference in lives of individuals with additional support needs.
• Ability to promote independence and personal growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist with healthcare needs and medication administration.
• Promote independence by following tailored Support Plans.
• Maintain accurate records of daily tasks and activities.

Skills

Team-working skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Initiative

Patience

Understanding

Job description

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Looking for a rewarding career in Social Care?

At Sense Scotland, we take immense pride in our work and are currently seeking new talent to join us in supporting individuals with their everyday lives. Our vision is to help those we support lead fulfilling and happy lives, enabling them to achieve their own ambitions. We prioritise strong values, fostering warm relationships, and creating positive experiences. We value input from all staff members, ensuring meaningful outcomes through the commitment to our core values.

Join us in making a real difference and embark on a fulfilling journey at Sense Scotland.

About the Service

Located in Ardrossan, TouchBase Ayrshire is a purpose-built centre offering a diverse range of support services for children, young people, and adults with disabilities and additional needs. Our vibrant and welcoming environment promotes participation in therapeutic, physical, and social activities, all designed to foster personal growth, community involvement, and independence.

At Sense Scotland, we go beyond basic care, creating opportunities for individuals to engage in meaningful and fulfilling activities. In our dynamic, fast-paced setting, you’ll help people explore their passions, develop new skills, and build strong, trusting relationships. We aim to support each individual in achieving their personal goals and full potential, both within TouchBase and in the wider community.

Located near public transport links, TouchBase Ayrshire features an arts and music space, Sensory Room, Gym Hall, Trampoline area, and a courtyard. It serves as both a support hub and a social space, with a focus on value-based communication to tailor support to each individual’s needs and interests.

TouchBase Ayrshire is more than a centre of supportit's a fun, friendly, and inclusive place to work. Here, you'll find opportunities to make a real difference in people’s lives, while being part of a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Our day centre operates Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend shifts. We offer flexible hours between 8:30am and 6:00pm, with contracts for 16 hours per week to fit your lifestyle.

Responsibilities of the Support Practitioner will include:

Healthcare Support: Assist with healthcare needs, including medication administration and personal care, ensuring the well-being of individuals.
Encouraging Independence: Promote independence and personal growth by following Support Plans tailored to each individual's needs and goals.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of daily tasks and activities, ensuring clear documentation of progress and support provided.
Collaborative Care: Work closely with colleagues, families, and individuals to deliver high-quality care and support, fostering a team-oriented approach.

About you

At Sense Scotland what is important is that all our staff have a genuine passion to make a difference in the life of someone with additional support needs.

What you will need to succeed

Good team-working skills and a positive attitude are essential qualities
Ability to communicate effectively and use your own initiative
Strong work ethic and organised to support routines
Able to prioritise and manage workloads
Eager to develop
A genuine passion for caring for others
Patience and understanding

If you value the power of a smile and want to make a positive impact by helping those, we support engage in activities they love, this role is for you. Whether you have experience in health and social care and seek a better work-life balance or are considering a career change to start in social care, we want to hear from you!

Working for us

We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment, some of these include:

Retention payment of £500 we reward our people
100’s of discount options to use at high street stores, events, cinemas, restaurants and more!
Earn £250 by referring a friend
Training and development opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge via our e-learning packages and so much more
Generous annual leave entitlement 24 days annual leave plus 12 Public Holidays which increases with length of service
Pension scheme to help you save for the future
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your life
Cycle to Work scheme and HSF Health Plan, your health and wellbeing is important to us.

Our full list of benefits can be found here.

Please note that Terms and Conditions and/or qualifying criteria apply to the benefits listed above.