Support Practitioner

Cornerstone Community Care; Stonehaven; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £500 towards driving lessons

Funded training and qualifications

26 days annual leave + 4 bank holidays

Job summary

Cornerstone in Stonehaven is seeking Support Practitioners to help people with physical and learning disabilities live independently at home and in the community. Roles include full-time, part-time and relief positions, with shifts that cover early, back shifts, weekends and sleepovers.

No prior experience is required; you will receive training and support. A warm, compassionate approach and a willingness to learn are essential for making a real difference.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full training and support will be provided.
• You are kind, compassionate and ready to learn.
• Willingness to engage and grow within the role.

Responsibilities

• Help people with physical and learning disabilities live independently at home and in the community.
• Assist with daily activities and enjoy shared moments (baking, crafts, gardening, outings).
• Provide companionship, encouragement and a positive, respectful attitude.
• Support people to live their lives their way and build confidence.

Skills

Kind, caring & compassionate

Positive, approachable

Team player

Open to learning

Genuine difference

Computers & tablets

Tools

Computers and tablets

Job description

Looking for a job where you can be yourself, feel valued and change lives, including your own? If you're a natural people person who enjoys helping others and making people smile, then we're looking for people like you to join our amazing #TeamCrudenlea in Stonehaven. We've got full-time, part-time and relief *female Support Practitioner roles available.

What does being a Support Practitioner mean

It's about so much more than care. It's about helping people live life their way, build confidence, try new things and enjoy the little moments.

You'll be part of a friendly, supportive team helping individuals with physical and learning disabilities to live their lives at home and in out and about in the community.

One day, you might be baking a cake, getting creative with arts and crafts or tending the garden. The next, you could be enjoying a day out, supporting someone's independence or sharing a laugh over a cuppa.

About you

You don't need previous experience. If you're kind, compassionate and ready to learn, you're already half way there, we'll give you the training, encouragement and support you'll need to be a great Support Practitioner.

You're maybe looking for a fresh start, returning to work, changing careers or simply wanting a job that gives you more than just a payslip. Whatever your story, we're keen to hear from you!

• Kind, caring and compassionate
• Positive, approachable and happy to get involved
• Supportive team players who enjoy working with others
• Open to learning, growing and trying new things
• Ready to make a genuine difference
• Comfortable using computers and tablets

If this sounds like you, you could be just the person we're looking for!

A job that gives something back to you

At Cornerstone, we believe that looking after our team is just as important as supporting the people who rely on us.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Meaningful work where you can see the difference you make every day
• Flexible opportunities with full-time, part-time and relief positions available
• No uniform — just wear your own comfortable, casual clothes
• Up to £500 towards driving lessons to help you get on the road
• Funded training and qualifications through our Training Academy
• Career development and progression to help you reach your potential
• 26 days' annual leave, increasing by 5 days after 5 years, plus 4 paid bank holidays
• Family-friendly leave options, including parental, family, bereavement and special leave
• SSSC registration and PVG fees reimbursed
• A colleague recommendation bonus scheme
• Long-service awards to celebrate your commitment
• 24/7 independent employee support helpline whenever you need someone to talk to
• Fantastic discounts on cinema trips, gym memberships, holidays and shopping

What will my shifts look like?

Our priority is making sure that the people we support receive consistent, high-quality support, so shifts will generally include early shifts and back shifts, with weekends, public holidays and sleepovers worked on a rotational basis.

Our sleepovers are separate from your contracted hours, so you’ll receive an additional payment of £107.60 for every sleepover you work - giving you the opportunity to earn extra alongside your contracted hours.

A quick note about travelling: If you're not based in Stonehaven and don't drive, please consider how you'll travel to our services. Public transport is limited and may not fit all shift patterns.

Why you'll love it here

• You’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

Ready to do something that matters?

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.

*Female is an Occupational Requirement for this position under the Equality Act 2010.