Female Support Practitioner (Must hold a driving license)

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A support services organization in Inverness seeks a Female Support Practitioner to assist individuals with social and personal care. The position offers training, a supportive environment, and generous perks. Responsibilities include community engagement and medication administration. No prior care experience is required, making this a great entry-level position. Competitive benefits include career development and paid travel during shifts.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Cash-back and discounts at retailers

£150 referral bonus

Ongoing training and support

Paid travel and mileage allowance

Employee feedback and improvement forum

Membership of Glasgow Credit Union

HSF Health Care plan & counseling support

Counseling & Life Works service

Qualifications

• Must hold a driving license for this role.
• Previous experience in care is not necessary as training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals to engage with their communities.
• Administer and monitor medication as required.
• Support personal care and wellbeing.
• Help individuals maintain their tenancy and carry out daily household tasks.

Skills

Driving license

Ability to assist with personal care

Social support skills

Medication administration skills

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Make a positive difference in someone’s life by becoming a Support Practitioner with The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in our Inverness services and helping support the people who need it most in our communities!

You do not need to have worked in care to apply as we will invest in your qualifications and provide full training through our award-winning learning & development team prior to starting.

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 and Perks:
• Generous annual leave
• TRFS Rewards Scheme - cash-back and discounts at high street and online retailers
• Refer a Friend scheme - £150 reward for successful referrals
• Career development - ongoing training and support to achieve SVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care in-house
• Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance
• Employee Forum for feedback and improvement
• Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union
• HSF Health Care plan & counselling support
• Counselling & Life Works service

Applicants will receive a conditional offer subject to references and PVG checks; having a conviction does not necessarily disqualify you. All new staff must register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting.

Closing Date: 20th August 2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy early)

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.