Senior Practitioner

British Red Cross; Aberchirder; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Discounts

Wellbeing support

Career development

Death in Service

CycleWork

Job summary

British Red Cross in Aberdeenshire is seeking a Senior Practitioner to coordinate referrals, mentor staff, and ensure safe, person-centred care. You will manage risk assessments, organise rotas, and respond to out-of-hours queries while supporting a diverse team in a dynamic environment.

The role requires a driving licence and access to a vehicle, with ongoing professional registration with the SSSC. This permanent position offers flexible working options and a commitment to staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level in Health and Social Care and PDA in Supervision (or equivalent).
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is required.
• Successful candidates must register with the SSSC within months of starting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating referrals and liaising with hospitals, GP surgeries, and community teams.
• Supporting and mentoring staff, students, and volunteers to deliver excellent care.
• Conducting risk assessments and welfare checks to ensure safe living environments.
• Managing rotas, responding to out-of-hours queries, and maintaining service continuity.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Mentoring staff

Person-centred planning

Multi-disciplinary working

Education

SVQ Level in Health and Social Care

PDA in Supervision

Job description

About The Role

Senior Practitioner Location: Aberdeenshire, with travel around the area Salary: £, to £, per annum Hours: per week Contract: Permanent

Additional Requirement: Applicants must have a full licence ( years) and access to a vehicle.

Additional Requirement: Successful candidates will be required to register with the Scottish Social Security Council (SSSC) within months of starting.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Are you ready to lead and inspire a team that helps people regain independence after a crisis? Are you passionate about supporting people in their journey from hospital to home? Do you thrive in a role where no two days are the same? As a Senior Practitioner, you’ll play a key part in delivering high-quality care and support within a regulated service. Working closely with the Service Manager, you’ll ensure service users receive compassionate, person-centred support while guiding and mentoring staff to grow in their roles. This is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals.

What will a day in the life of a Senior Practitioner involve?

• Coordinating referrals and liaising with hospitals, GP surgeries, and community teams.


• Supporting and mentoring staff, students, and volunteers to deliver excellent care.


• Conducting risk assessments and welfare checks to ensure safe living environments.


• Managing rotas, responding to out-of-hours queries, and maintaining service continuity.

To be a successful Senior Practitioner, what will you need?

• SVQ Level in Health and Social Care and PDA in Supervision (or equivalent).


• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead and motivate others.


• Experience in person-centred planning and multi-disciplinary working.


• Confidence in mentoring staff and supporting their ongoing development.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.


• Holidays: days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus the option to buy extra leave.


• Pension Scheme: Up to % contributory pension.


• Recognition Platform: Managers can reward great work with retail vouchers.


• Discounts: Discounts through our Reward Gateway, Blue Light Card, Tickets for Good, and more.


• Wellbeing Support: Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.


• Learning & Development: A range of career and learning opportunities.


• Will Writing Service: Access to a free will writing service.


• Death in Service: A tax-free lump sum paid to your beneficiary in the event of your death.


• CycleWork: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident and Carers Confident employer.

We are dedicated to building an inclusive, equitable and wellbeing‑focused culture where everyone feels safe, valued and can thrive. Guided by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing Strategy, we foster belonging, psychological and physical wellbeing, and work to remove barriers to fair opportunities. Grounded in compassion and anti‑racist practice, we listen to diverse voices, value lived experience and create environments where staff and volunteers can succeed. Join us and be part of an organisation that leads with care, celebrates difference and helps everyone succeed.

Together, we are the world's emergency responders