Support Practitioner (Complex Needs)

Belmont Recruitment; Buckie; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care recruitment agency in Scotland is seeking a Support Practitioner to provide compassionate support for adults with complex needs in a residential setting. The role involves delivering high-quality care, promoting independence, and building relationships with residents. Applicants should have experience in care, possess a calm and resilient nature, and be willing to work flexible shifts, including weekends. This position offers competitive pay rates and opportunities for both short and long-term contracts.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs.
• Ability to build strong relationships with residents.
• Willingness to work a variety of shifts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate care.
• Support individuals with disabilities and complex needs.
• Promote independence and choice.

Skills

Experience in care or support work

Calm and resilient nature

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Support Practitioner - Complex Needs (Residential)

Moray, Scotland

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? We're looking for a dedicated Support Practitioner to join a warm, friendly, and person-centred care home in Moray, supporting adults with complex needs.

You'll play a vital role in helping residents live fulfilling lives, providing tailored support with daily routines, health and wellbeing, and personal development.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a residential setting
• Supporting individuals with physical and/or learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs
• Promoting independence and choice
• Building strong relationships with residents, families, and the wider care team
• Assisting with daily living, emotional support, and meaningful activities

Shift Patterns & Rates:

• Day Shift - £17.00/hour
• Evening Shift - £17.50/hour
• Night Shift - £18.00/hour
• Weekend Day - £19.00/hour
• Sleepover - £95.00/night
• Weekend Sleepover - £125.00/night

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in care or support work (preferably with complex needs)
• A calm, resilient, and caring nature
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including weekends and sleepovers
• PVG membership (or willingness to apply)
• SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable, not essential)

Whether you're looking for a few ad‑hoc shifts or a longer‑term contract, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today, or contact Tom Goren at Belmont Recruitment for more information and a confidential discussion.