Support Practitioner (25/35h) – In-Home Care & Training

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Hamilton, Blantyre; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

TRFS rewards scheme

Paid travel during shifts

Fuel allowance

In-house training

Refer a Friend £150

Employee Forum

Glasgow Credit Union membership

Health care plan

Counselling & Life Works service

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Hamilton and Blantyre is hiring compassionate Support Practitioners. No care experience is required; we provide full training and a fully funded SVQ.

You will assist individuals in their own homes with a range of daily activities, including medication, finances, cooking and personal care. We offer 25 and 35 hour contracts, career progression in social care, generous leave and ongoing in-house training.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and caring nature.
• Good observation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in using computers.
• Ability to work well in a team and on your own.
• Strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities in daily living activities.
• Support with medication and finances as required.
• Help with housework, meal preparation and personal care.
• Engage individuals in hobbies and social activities to promote inclusion.

Skills

Empathy

Observation skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Job description

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Hamilton and Blantyre is hiring compassionate Support Practitioners. No care experience is required; we provide full training and a fully funded SVQ.

You will assist individuals in their own homes with a range of daily activities, including medication, finances, cooking and personal care. We offer 25 and 35 hour contracts, career progression in social care, generous leave and ongoing in-house training.