Support Practitioner

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Greenock; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

TRFS rewards scheme

Paid travel during shifts

In-house training opportunities

Refer a Friend £150 reward

Employee Forum

Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Unit

HSF Health Care plan

Counselling & Life Works service

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland is seeking a part-time Support Practitioner to join our Greenock team. You will work 20 hours per week in a supportive, outcome-focused environment, helping people to build independence and life skills.

No prior care experience is required as full training, including SVQ, is provided. Shifts cover early, evenings and sleepovers with added pay for sleepovers and weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• Have an empathetic and caring nature.
• Good observation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in using computers.
• Be able to work well in a team environment and on your own.
• Good organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals on an outcome-based programme to grow confidence and life skills.
• Assist with daily living tasks: meals, medication, appointments, activities.
• Help manage finances and personal care.
• Provide emotional support and encourage social connections.

Skills

Empathetic

Observation

Communication

Computers

Teamwork

Organisation

Job description

Looking for a part-time role that is packed full of job satisfaction where you can make a real difference?If you're based in or near Greenock and share our values, then we want to hear from you!

Our fabulous team is on the lookout for an understanding and motivated individual with a positive attitude to join them as a Support Practitioner on a part-time (20hrs per week), permanent basis.

You don't need experience in care to start your career with us; we recruit on values and transferrable skills. We’ll give you all the training you need to be an amazing Support Practitioner including a fully funded SVQ.

The Role

Working across our supported living and dispersed services, you will support individuals on an outcome-based programme which will see them grow in confidence and learn life skills to increase their independence.

The people we support have a range of different needs including mental health, learning disabilities, addictions and past trauma. As a Support Practitioner you will play a key role supporting in all aspects of daily living including meal preparation, medication, going to appointments and activities, managing personal finances and aspects of personal care. As well as helping the people we support in their own homes, you’ll also provide emotional support and assist them to maintain relationships with family and friends.

The people we support are all very different with their hobbies and likes, from attending clubs to going out for lunch with friends, quiet moments in the library to volunteering or shopping, every day is different. We’re looking for someone who’s ready to take an active interest in the hobbies and passions of those we support. Whether it’s discovering new opportunities, encouraging social connections, learning new skills or reducing isolation, you’ll help individuals lead the lives they choose.

To be part of our team, we’ll need you to:

• Have an empathetic and caring nature.
• Good observation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in using computers.
• Be able to work well in a team environment and on your own.
• Good organisational skills.

Shift patterns:

Our dedicated team provide tailored support 24/7 and our shifts include earlies from 7:30am, back shifts until 8/9pm and sleepovers which are 24 hours. This role does involve working weekends and public holidays on a rotational basis.

The sleepover part of your shift is not included in your contracted hours so for every sleepover you cover you will be paid an additional £107.60.

Closing Date: Sunday 6th September 2026.

Please note, our smoking policy applies to this role. Please contact [e-mail] if you have any questions.

All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer - this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector. All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave.
• TRFS rewards scheme (includes cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers).
• Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance.
• Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care.
• Refer a Friend scheme- £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague.
• Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer and ensure a positive working environment.
• Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.
• HSF Health Care plan.
• Counselling & Life Works service.

About Us:

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised and outcome-focused support to over 2800 individuals in their own homes across Scotland, making us the country's largest provider of social care. We support individuals with a variety of different needs such as physical and/or learning disabilities, ongoing mental health issues, alcohol or substance abuse and autism. Some of the people we support can present challenging behaviour or require a high level of personal care.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We encourage applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status or sexual orientation. Our aim is to welcome everyone and build inclusive teams.

We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.

Join us and be part of something bigger!