Support Practitioner

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Tain; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Support Practitioner, making a positive difference in individuals' lives within the community. With comprehensive training and flexible contracts available, you'll play a crucial role in providing social, medical, and practical support to those in need. The Richmond Fellowship Scotland is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and personal development, welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

TRFS Rewards Scheme

Career development opportunities

Paid travel during shifts

Employee Forum for feedback

HSF Health Care plan

Qualifications

• No previous experience necessary as full training is provided.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide social support by engaging individuals in community activities.
• Administer medication and assist with personal care.
• Help with daily household tasks to promote independence.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

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Make a positive difference in someone’s life by becoming a Support Practitioner with The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in our Tain services and helping support the people who need it most in our communities!

We are currently able to offer Full-Time, Part-Time and Bank contracts.

You do not need to have worked in care to apply as we will invest in your qualifications and provide full training through our award-winning learning & development team prior to starting.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.

About The Role

Your responsibilities as a Support Practitioner could include:

• Social Support - Assisting individuals to engage with their communities by planning and attending outings to various clubs and leisure activities such as day centres, bowling, cinema, swimming etc.
• Medical Support - Administering and monitoring medication.
• Personal Care - Assist people to maintain their wellbeing by promoting their personal care which would include assistance with showering/bathing, dressing, arranging visits with professionals such as dentists, doctors or opticians, assisting with incontinence care.
• Practical Support - Helping people to maintain their tenancy by encouraging daily household tasks such as general housework, laundry, ironing, cooking, shopping.
  
  

Benefits

• Generous annual leave
• TRFS Rewards Scheme - cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers
• Refer a Friend scheme - £150 reward for successfully referring a friend, family member or colleague
• Career development - ongoing training as well as finance and support to help you achieve your SVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care in-house
• Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance
• Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer
• Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union
• HSF Health Care plan & counselling support
• Counselling & Life Works service
  
  

All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer- this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, and PVG.

Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post.

All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.

PVG checks will be required of all successful applicants; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector.

Closing Date: 25/06/2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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