Support Practitioner - Male Only - Bertha Park

ABR International AB; Perth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in Scotland as a Support Practitioner and make a positive difference in people's lives. No prior experience is necessary as comprehensive training will be provided. Enjoy generous benefits, including annual leave, ongoing training, and a supportive work environment. Apply now to become part of an inclusive team dedicated to helping individuals thrive.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

TRFS Rewards Scheme

Refer a Friend scheme

Career development

Paid travel during shifts

Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union

HSF Health Care plan & counselling support

Counselling & Life Works service

Qualifications

• No previous experience in care required; full training provided.
• Must be flexible with varied shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in engaging with their communities.
• Administer and monitor medication.
• Promote personal care and assist with daily tasks.

Skills

Social Support

Medical Support

Personal Care

Practical Support

Education

SVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

Make a positive difference in someone's life, by joining The Richmond Fellowship Scotland at our service in Bertha Park Perth, and help support the people who need it most in our communities!

No previous experience in care is required as you will be provided with full training by our excellent and award-winning learning & development team prior to starting. This training initially consists of classroom-based sessions and e-learning as well as the opportunity to shadow current Support Practitioners in their day-to-day role and meet the people you will be supporting.

On top of this training we will also fully finance and support you to achieve your SVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care in-house!

You must be flexible, as the shifts vary from early, back, late, and sleepover. We have full time and bank positions available.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.

About The Role

Your responsibilities as a Support Practitioner could include:

• Social Support - Assisting individuals to engage with their communities by planning and attending outings to various clubs and leisure activities such as day centres, bowling, cinema, swimming etc.
• Medical Support - Administering and monitoring medication.
• Personal Care - Assist people to maintain their wellbeing by promoting their personal care which would include assistance with showering/bathing, dressing, arranging visits with professionals such as dentists, doctors or opticians, assisting with incontinence care.
• Practical Support - Helping people to maintain their tenancy by encouraging daily household tasks such as general housework, laundry, ironing, cooking, shopping.
  
  

Benefits Of Working With Us

• Generous annual leave
• TRFS Rewards Scheme - cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers
• Refer a Friend scheme - £150 reward for successfully referring a friend, family member or colleague
• Career development - ongoing training as well as finance and support to help you achieve your SVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care in-house
• Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance
• Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer
• Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union
• HSF Health Care plan & counselling support
• Counselling & Life Works service
  
  

All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer - this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG;having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector.

Closing Date: 10th June 2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time)

All successful candidates will be given a conditional offer - this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector.

All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.

How To Apply

If you would be interested in applying, then please click on the link at the bottom of the page and submit your application there!