Support Practitioner (Driver)

Cornerstone; Irvine; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in Irvine providing essential support to a gentleman with learning and physical disabilities. This part-time role (30 hours/week) offers the chance to make a real difference in someone's life while enjoying a variety of activities, including drives and sensory experiences. With no prior experience needed, you'll receive comprehensive training and support, including funding for your SVQ qualification. If you have a caring attitude, a full driving licence, and a willingness to learn, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Paid training

SVQ qualification funding

Yearly SSSC registration fees covered

Additional payment for waking night shifts

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training provided and funded.
• Must have a full driving licence with at least one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a gentleman with disabilities.
• Assist with daily living tasks including meal planning and personal care.

Skills

Caring and compassionate attitude

Teamwork

Confidence in swimming

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Computer skills

Full driving licence

Education

SVQ Level (SCQF level 6/7)

Job description

Looking for a job with satisfaction you'd struggle to find anywhere else? We might have just the opportunity you're looking for!

Our fabulous #TeamLinkwood in Irvine are on the lookout for an understanding and patient new colleague with a good sense of humour to join them on a permanent part-time (30 hours per week) basis.

The Role

Our small, friendly and dedicated team provide 1:1 support for a gentleman who has learning and physical disabilities and is non-verbal. Your main aim will be to support this gentleman maintain his own tenancy and assist with all aspects of his daily living, including meal planning, cooking, medication, household tasks, finances and personal care.

This gentleman's lifeline is his mobility car, so we are looking for someone who has a full, clean driving licence with at least one year of experience on the roads. Most days you will find yourself out for drives as the gentleman loves people watching and exploring new places. He also really enjoys a variety of sensory activities, going to the local disco every Sunday.

About You

You don't need experience to start your career with us; we recruit on values and we'll give you all the training you'll need. We'll pay you for your training and will even fund your SVQ Level (SCQF level 6/7) qualification and yearly SSSC registration fees too!

What we need you to bring:

• A caring and compassionate attitude and approach
• The ability to work well in a team and on your own initiative
• Confidence to go in the water as swimming is a regular activity
• Great communication skills
• A positive attitude with a willingness to learn
• Confidence in the use of computers
• A full driving licence with a minimum of 1 year's experience on the roads

Shift Patterns

As we're dedicated to providing the best round-the-clock support possible, shift patterns fall into day (0845-2100 hours) and waking night (2045-0900 hours) shifts. Waking nights would be worked on a rotational basis and are paid at your normal hourly rate, plus an additional payment of £20 per night.

Sound interesting? What are you waiting for? Apply today, we can't wait to hear from you!

We are looking to fill this vacancy as soon as possible and hold the right to close our advert early. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Have any questions? If you'd like to find out more, please contact Steven Giffney on 07929713062.

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.