Support Practitioner

Cornerstone; Broxburn; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Cornerstone is seeking caring and reliable individuals to join their supportive team as part-time Support Workers in Uphall, West Lothian. This role will provide you an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities while receiving comprehensive training and support for your career development. Join us for a rewarding experience that promotes independence and community involvement.

Benefits

Funding for driving lessons

Flexible family-friendly leave options

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Casual dress policy

Access to discounts for cinema, gym memberships, etc.

Long service awards

Ongoing training and career progression

24/7 independent employee assistance helpline

Qualifications

• No previous experience needed; training provided.
• Willingness to learn and adapt is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living activities, including personal care and meal preparation.
• Assist with administering medication and managing personal finances.
• Engage and support individuals in hobbies and interests.

Skills

Caring and compassionate attitude

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Confidence in using computers

Ability to cook

Good communication

Education

SVQ (SCQF level 6/7)

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Looking to start a new job with satisfaction you'd struggle to find anywhere else? If you’re caring, reliable and have a great sense of humour, you could be just who we’re looking for to complete our amazing #TeamForrestWalk in Uphall, West Lothian on a part-time (16, 24, 30 or 39 hours per week) permanent basis.

You don't need experience as a Support Worker or qualifications to start your career with us; we recruit on values and transferrable skills. We'll pay you for your training and give you all the practical skills you'll need. We'll even fund your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification and yearly SSSC registration fees too!

The team and the people you will be supporting

You’ll become part of a fun, friendly team who provide residential, respite and day care support to individuals with various disabilities and additional support needs.

With a focus on maintaining and promoting independence, you will work in a person-centred way to provide support in all aspects of daily living, including cooking and preparing meals, personal care, administering medication and managing personal finances. You’ll also play a huge part in supporting them with their hobbies and interests too, including cooking, baking, dominoes, basketball, going for walks and trips to the local pub.

All we’ll need you to bring is:-

• A caring and compassionate attitude
• The ability to work well in a team
• Confidence to lone work
• Good communication and organisational skills
• A positive attitude with a willingness to learn
• Confidence in the use of computers
• The ability to cook

Shift Patterns

As we're dedicated to providing the best support, tailored to the needs of each individual the shifts usually fall between the hours of - hours with sleepovers, waking nights, weekend and public holidays forming part of your rota on a rotational basis.

Sleepovers are not included in your contracted hours and you’ll receive an additional payment of £.80 for every sleepover shift you work. Waking night shifts are paid at your normal hourly rate, plus an additional payment of £20 per night.

What makes Cornerstone a great place to work

• You'll have a meaningful job doing things that you enjoy - it often doesn't feel like work
• Your job actually changes and improves lives - you'll make a difference in your local community
• We have a culture of empowering our colleagues and teamwork
• No uniform - we wear our own casual clothes
• We fund up to £ towards driving lessons
• We reimburse your yearly SSSC registration fees
• Access to funded qualifications through our SQA approved, award winning Training Academy
• Ongoing continued 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 to name a few