Support Practitioner (Driver) - Flexible Shifts & Benefits

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

TRFS rewards scheme

Paid travel during shifts and fuel

In-house training opportunities

Refer a Friend £150 reward

Employee Forum

Glasgow Credit Union membership

HSF Health Care plan

Counselling & Life Works

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland is seeking compassionate Support Practitioners to assist individuals living in their own homes across Scotland. You will help with daily tasks, medication, finances and personal care, while supporting interests and activities in a person-centered way.

Applicants should have a full UK manual driving licence and experience in supporting mental health needs. The role requires flexibility for day, night shifts and shared sleepovers.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and caring by nature.
• Experience of supporting individuals with mental health needs.
• Good observation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in using computers.
• Able to work well in a team environment and on your own.
• Good organisational skills.
• Full UK manual driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and/or additional support needs in all aspects of daily life, including support with medication and finances, housework, meal preparation, cooking and personal care.
• Engage with the people supported on activities and outings, helping them participate in hobbies and social events.

Skills

Empathetic nature

Support individuals with mental health

Observation skills

Verbal & written communication

Computer skills

Teamwork

Organisation

Full UK manual driving licence

Job description

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland is seeking compassionate Support Practitioners to assist individuals living in their own homes across Scotland. You will help with daily tasks, medication, finances and personal care, while supporting interests and activities in a person-centered way.

Applicants should have a full UK manual driving licence and experience in supporting mental health needs. The role requires flexibility for day, night shifts and shared sleepovers.