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Cornerstone (Aberdeen); Irvine; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Funded qualifications

Driving lesson support

PVG/SSSC fees reimbursed

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cornerstone (Aberdeen) is recruiting for a part-time Support Practitioner (Driver) in Irvine. You will help a young man live actively, plan engaging activities, and promote inclusion, with a focus on participation and personal goal achievement.

No prior experience is required; you will be trained, paid, and supported throughout. A UK manual driving licence and an energetic, outdoorsy mindset are desirable assets.

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.
• Must have a full UK manual driving licence with at least 1 year on the road.
• Energetic and keen walker who enjoys being active.

Responsibilities

• Identify new opportunities for participation and inclusion for the supported young man.
• Support daily activities and help him achieve personal goals and aspirations.
• Promote independence and social engagement through personalised activities.

Job description

Ready for a new job that actually means something?

Tired of the same routine? Want a job where you can make a real difference every single day? Whether you\'re starting out, changing careers, or looking for something flexible - we\'ve got a part-time (16 to 30 hours per week) opportunity waiting for you in Irvine.

Our teams and the people we support

Y\'ou\'ll become part of one of our friendly, welcoming teams who supports a young man who enjoys living an active life and have a variety of hobbies include going for walks, out to the disco, drives in his car, listening to music and going bowling.

We\'ll be looking to you to help identify new opportunities for participation and inclusion where he can achieve his personal goals and aspirations.

Due to the young man having his own mobility car which he uses often, for this role we will need you to have a full UK manual drivers licence with a years experience on the roads. We would also be looking for a person that is a keen walker and likes to be energetic.

About you

No experience? No problem! We\'ll train you, pay you and support you every step of the way. Y\'ou\'ll even gain funded, recognised qualifications as you work.

Why \you\'ll love it here

Y\'ou\'ll have a meaningful job doing things that you enjoy - it often doesn\'t feel like work

No uniform - we wear our own casual clothes

We fund up to £500 towards driving lessons

We reimburse your SSSC registration and PVG fees

Access to professional development and career progression opportunities

Recommend a colleague bonus scheme

Long service awards

Access to a 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline

26 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years) plus 4 paid bank holidays

Family friendly leave options, including family, parental, bereavement and special leave

Access to lots of discounts, including the cinema, gym memberships, holidays and shopping

Don\'t wait - apply today and start a career that changes lives (including yours).

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.

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.

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.

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Support Practitioner (Driver)

Company: Cornerstone (Aberdeen) Salary: £27,277 to £27,277 a year, pro rata Hours: Part-time Location: KA11 2BS Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 4 Sept 2026 Closing date: 20 Sept 2026

Summary

Ready for a new job that actually means something?

Tired of the same routine? Want a job where you can make a real difference every single day? Whether you\'re starting out, changing careers, or looking for something flexible - we\'ve got a part-time (16 to 30 hours per week) opportunity waiting for you in Irvine.

Our teams and the people we support

Y\'ou\'ll become part of one of our friendly, welcoming teams who supports a young man who enjoys living an active life and have a variety of hobbies include going for walks, out to the disco, drives in his car, listening to music and going bowling.

We\'ll be looking to you to help identify new opportunities for participation and inclusion where he can achieve his personal goals and aspirations.

Due to the young man having his own mobility car which he uses often, for this role we will need you to have a full UK manual drivers licence with a years experience on the roads. We would also be looking for a person that is a keen walker and likes to be energetic.

About you

No experience? No problem! We\'ll train you, pay you and support you every step of the way. Y\'ou\'ll even gain funded, recognised qualifications as you work.

Why \you\'ll love it here

Y\'ou\'ll have a meaningful job doing things that you enjoy - it often doesn\'t feel like work

No uniform - we wear our own casual clothes

We fund up to £500 towards driving lessons

We reimburse your SSSC registration and PVG fees

Access to professional development and career progression opportunities

Recommend a colleague bonus scheme

Long service awards

Access to a 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline

26 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years) plus 4 paid bank holidays

Family friendly leave options, including family, parental, bereavement and special leave

Access to lots of discounts, including the cinema, gym memberships, holidays and shopping

Don\'t wait - apply today and start a career that changes lives (including yours).

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.

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.

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.

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