Female Support Practitioner (Driver)

Richmond Fellowship Scotland Ltd; Inverness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Paid travel during shifts

Fuel allowance 45p per mile

In-house training opportunities

Refer a Friend £150

Free Glasgow Credit Union membership

HSF Health Care plan

Counselling & Life Works service

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland Ltd in Inverness is seeking a compassionate Support Practitioner (Driver) to assist individuals with disabilities, including help with medications and daily living tasks. You will support activities, finances and personal care while promoting independence and safety.

The role is permanent and full-time; the salary is £27,885 per year. A positive, inclusive culture with training opportunities awaits the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and caring nature required.
• Good observation and communication skills.
• Comfortable using computers and working in a team.
• Strong organisational abilities and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living, medications and finances.
• Support with activities and encourage social engagement.
• Work collaboratively with team to ensure safety and independence.

Skills

Empathetic and caring

Observation skills

Verbal and written communication

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Job description

Make a positive difference in someone’s life by joining The Richmond Fellowship Scotland!
Our fantasticteam are on the lookout for compassionate and creative individuals with a positive attitude to join them as Support Practitioners.

Due to the nature of this role, we are only able to accept applications from female candidates who hold adriving licence (UK or International).

About Us:

The Role:

As a Support Practitioner, you will assist individuals with disabilities and/or additional support needs in all aspects of their daily lives, including support with medication and finances, housework, meal preparation, cooking and personal care.
The people we support have a variety of different hobbies which we’ll be looking to you to take an active interest in, from going out for a tasty bite or catching the latest movie to a gym session or group activity, the list is endless.
To be part of our team, we’ll need you to:

• Have an empathetic and caring nature.
• Good observation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in using computers.
• Be able to work well in a team environment and on your own.
• Good organisational skills.
  

Benefits

• Generous annual leave.
• Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance.
• Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care.
• Refer a Friend scheme- £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague.
• Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.
• HSF Health Care plan.
• Counselling & Life Works service.

We’re looking to fill this post as soon as possible and reserve the right to close the advert if suitable candidates are found before the advert closes. To avoid disappointment, pop your application in early.
Closing Date: 19th October 2026

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

Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post.

Join us and be part of something bigger!

Female Support Practitioner (Driver)

Inverness, Highland, United Kingdom

IV1 1HT

£27,885 per year

Permanent - Full-time

Closing date: 20/10/2026

Female Support Practitioner (Driver)

Inverness, Highland, United Kingdom

£27,885 per year