Outreach Worker

Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Perth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a positive impact in people's lives. As an Outreach Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting individuals within the community, assisting them in engaging with various activities and helping them maintain their households. With comprehensive training provided, including the opportunity to achieve an SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, this position offers a rewarding career path in the caring profession. The organization values inclusivity and diversity, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds to contribute to a supportive and enriching environment.

Benefits

TRFS rewards scheme

Refer a Friend scheme - £150 bonus

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• Must be flexible with varying shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in engaging with their communities through outings.
• Help maintain tenancy by encouraging daily household tasks.

Skills

Flexibility

Social Support

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 outreach service in Perth, and helping 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, and late.

About the Role:

Your responsibilities as an Outreach Worker could include:

1. Social Support: Assisting individuals to engage with their communities by planning and attending outings to various leisure activities such as day centres, cinema, swimming, etc.
2. Practical Support: Helping people to maintain their tenancy by encouraging daily household tasks such as general housework, laundry, ironing, cooking, and shopping.

- TRFS rewards scheme (cash-back and discounts at various retailers)

- Refer a Friend scheme - £150 bonus!

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.

Closing Date: 15/04/2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time)

How to Apply:

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.

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

Reference: MAR20252990

Contract Type: Permanent / Variable Hours

3 Buchanan Gate
Buchanan Gate Business Park
Cumbernauld Road
Stepps
North Lanarkshire
G33 6FB
0845 013 6300