Support Practitioner

Cornerstone; Banff; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care organization in Banff is looking for caring individuals to join their North Aberdeenshire relief team. In this flexible role, you'll assist a gentleman with autism and mobility challenges, supporting his daily living and engaging in activities he enjoys. No experience needed, as training is provided, and you will work towards an SVQ qualification. A caring attitude and good communication skills are essential. Join us to make a real difference!

Benefits

Paid training

Funding for SVQ qualification

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a difference in lives.
• No prior experience or qualifications required.
• Willingness to complete training and achieve SVQ qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living tasks including appointments and personal care.
• Engage in hobbies such as walks and community events.
• Provide companionship and support during colleague absences.

Skills

Good communication skills

Caring attitude

Positive approach to learning

Confidence in computer use

Job description

Overview

Are you on the look out for a rewarding, flexible new job? Look no further as our North Aberdeenshire relief team is growing, so we're now on the look out for caring and reliable people to join us in Banff!

The Role

The great thing about this job is that no two days are ever the same. As a member of our relief team, you'll help us to make sure that we can continue to deliver excellent care and support to a gentleman who has autism and mobility challenges during times of colleague annual leave, training and absence.

You'll help this gentleman with all aspects of daily living, including going to appointments, personal care, shopping, cooking, housework and medication. You'll also find yourselves getting involved in many of his hobbies and interests too, which include going for walks, attending coffee mornings, Snoezelen and various community events.

About You

We’re looking for people who are passionate about making a difference to the lives of others. We recruit on values and transferrable skills, so you don't need experience or qualifications to start your career with us. We'll pay you for your training and give you all the practical skills that you'll need. We'll even fund your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification too!

What we need you to bring:

• Good communication skills
• A caring attitude and approach
• A positive approach to learning
• Confidence in the use of computers

It would be great if you also have:

• A full UK driving license with a minimum of 1 years' experience on the roads as this gentleman does have his own mobility car

Shift Patterns

As we're dedicated to providing the best care and support possible, shift patterns for our team are currently 0900-1530 hours or 0900-0900 hours (includes a sleepover).

Next steps

Sound interesting? What are you waiting for? Apply today, we can't wait to hear from you!

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.