In-Home Support Practitioner — Compassionate Care

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Buckhaven; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Cash-back and discounts at retailers

Paid travel during shifts and 45p per"

Continuous in-house training

Refer a Friend scheme

Employee forum

Free Glasgow Credit Union membership

HSF Health Care plan

Counselling and Life Works service

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Buckhaven seeks a dedicated Support Practitioner to assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and additional support needs. This role focuses on supporting daily living tasks, finances, meal prep and personal care with a compassionate approach.

You will need to complete moving and handling training; shifts include day/evening/weekend and sleepovers, with safeguarding and high-quality care at the core of duties.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in their own homes with disabilities and support needs.
• Help with medication and finances, housework, meal preparation and personal care.

Skills

Empathy & Caring

Observation skills

Verbal & written communication

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Job description

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Buckhaven seeks a dedicated Support Practitioner to assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and additional support needs. This role focuses on supporting daily living tasks, finances, meal prep and personal care with a compassionate approach.

You will need to complete moving and handling training; shifts include day/evening/weekend and sleepovers, with safeguarding and high-quality care at the core of duties.