In-Home Support Practitioner — Grow with Training & Impact

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Braidwood; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

TRFS rewards scheme

Paid travel during shifts and mileage

In-house training and career growth

Refer a Friend £150

Employee Forum

Glasgow Credit Union membership

Health care plan

Counselling & Life Works

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland recruits compassionate individuals to work as Support Practitioners in clients' homes across Scotland. No prior care experience is required as full training, including a funded SVQ, is provided.

The role is female-only due to the nature of the support, runs for 30 hours per week, and focuses on enabling people with disabilities and additional needs to live independently with daily living assistance.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals living in their own homes with daily living needs.
• Support with medication and finances, housekeeping, meals, cooking and personal care.
• Engage in residents' hobbies and activities, promoting social engagement.

Skills

Empathy

Observation skills

Verbal & written communication

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Job description

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland recruits compassionate individuals to work as Support Practitioners in clients' homes across Scotland. No prior care experience is required as full training, including a funded SVQ, is provided.

The role is female-only due to the nature of the support, runs for 30 hours per week, and focuses on enabling people with disabilities and additional needs to live independently with daily living assistance.