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Cornerstone (Aberdeen); Galashiels; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG cost covered

SSSC registration fees covered

Full paid training

Job summary

Cornerstone (Aberdeen) is seeking empathetic Support Practitioners to join our Team Borders CS in Galashiels. This permanent role offers on-site, flexible hours with both full-time and part-time options.

You will support adults in the Scottish Borders with a range of disabilities and additional support needs, helping them live their lives to the fullest through everyday activities and meaningful choices. Join a friendly team with full paid training and PVG/SSSC support as you grow professionally

Qualifications

• PVG scheme membership is required.
• Commitment to working towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with support from our Training Academy.
• Full paid training; no previous experience required.
• Successful candidates will need to register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting.

Responsibilities

• Support adults in the Borders with a variety of disabilities and additional support needs, helping them to live their lives to the fullest.
• Assist with daily activities, from cooking meals to trying new activities, ensuring moments that matter.
• Be part of a friendly, dedicated team where teamwork makes a difference.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare

Job description

Looking for a job that actually makes you smile?

If you're ready for something meaningful, rewarding and a little bit different every day, the we've got the perfect role for you.

Our fantastic #TeamBordersCS as Support Practitioners on a full-time and part-time, permanent basis. We also have relief opportunities too if you'd prefer something a bit more flexible.

We provide support across the Scottish Borders, including Galashiels, Hawick, Jedburgh, Melrose, St Boswells, Earlston, and Tweedbank.

Our team and the individuals you'll support

This isn't your average job, you'll be part a friendly and dedicated team where teamwork and making a difference go hand in hand. You'll support adults in the Borders with a variety of disabilities and additional support needs, helping them to live their lives to the fullest.

From cooking meals together to smashing personal goals, trying new activities, you'll be part of moments that really matter. It's all about supporting individuals to enjoy their lives their way!

Support Practitioner

Company: Cornerstone (Aberdeen) Salary: £27,277 to £27,277 a year, pro rata Hours: Full-time Location: Galashiels Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 25 Sept 2026 Closing date: 11 Oct 2026

Summary

Looking for a job that actually makes you smile?

If you're ready for something meaningful, rewarding and a little bit different every day, the we've got the perfect role for you.

Our fantastic #TeamBordersCS as Support Practitioners on a full-time and part-time, permanent basis. We also have relief opportunities too if you'd prefer something a bit more flexible.

We provide support across the Scottish Borders, including Galashiels, Hawick, Jedburgh, Melrose, St Boswells, Earlston, and Tweedbank.

Our team and the individuals you'll support

This isn't your average job, you'll be part a friendly and dedicated team where teamwork and making a difference go hand in hand. You'll support adults in the Borders with a variety of disabilities and additional support needs, helping them to live their lives to the fullest.

From cooking meals together to smashing personal goals, trying new activities, you'll be part of moments that really matter. It's all about supporting individuals to enjoy their lives their way!

Why you'll love this job

• You’ll do work that actually matters
• Build real, meaningful relationships
• Feel proud of what you do every day
• See the difference you make in someone's confidence, independence and happiness
• Get full paid training - no experience is needed
• Be part of a team where you're valued (not just a number)
• Enjoy variety - every shift is different
• Be yourself at work
• Grow and develop if you want to
• We’ll even cover your PVG cost and yearly SSSC registration fees

If you’re reliable, caring and ready to be part of something that really matters, we’d love to hear from you.

We're looking to fill these vacancies as soon as possible and may close our advert early if we find suitable candidates before the closing date. Please to apply as soon as you can to avoid disappointment.

Successful candidates will be required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and be committed to working towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with the support from our Training Academy.

Please note - If you have spent more than 12 months out with the UK (excluding France, Germany. Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania or Spain) within the last 10 years while over the age of 18, you will be asked to provide a criminal record certificate from the relevant government/police authority as part of our pre-employment checks.

If you’re successful in joining our team, we will need you to register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting your employment with us.

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