Support Practitioner - Female Driver Only

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Beeswing; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Beeswing is seeking compassionate Support Practitioners to assist individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. Prior care experience is not required, as training will be provided. Candidates must have a UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle. The role involves engaging in daily activities and assisting with various tasks. Flexible full-time and part-time contract options are available.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

TRFS rewards scheme

Paid travel during shifts

Continuous training opportunities

Refer a Friend scheme

Employee Forum

Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union

HSF Health Care plan

Counselling & Life Works service

Qualifications

• No experience in care needed; values and transferable skills prioritized.
• Must have a UK Driving Licence for Manual Vehicles.
• Candidates should have access to their own car.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with disabilities in daily tasks.
• Support with medication management and finances.
• Engage in activities and hobbies with individuals.

Skills

Empathetic and caring nature

Good observation skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Confidence in using computers

Ability to work well in a team

Good organisational skills

Job description

Overview

Our fabulous Beeswing team are on the lookout for compassionate and creative individuals with a positive attitude to join them as Support Practitioners!

At Beeswing our full time posts are 35hrs per week which would mean a pro rata annual salary of £23,478. We are also able to consider various part time contracts ranging from 16hrs to 30hrs.

You don't need experience in care to start your career with us; we recruit on values and transferrable skills. We’ll give you all the training you need to be an amazing Support Practitioner including a fully funded SVQ.

Due to the service requirements, we are only able to accept applications from female candidates. We do require candidates to have a UK Driving Licence for Manual Vehicles with access to your own car.

Role

Beeswing is a 24/7 supported living service set in the village of Beeswing, approx 7 miles from Dumfries. The service has capacity for 5 individuals all living in their own homes. Each individual has complex & varying needs including Intellectual & Physical Disabilities and Autism. The service has a staff base on site which is manned 24/7 including 2 sleepovers. Shifts vary from an 8am start to a 10pm finish. An average shift pattern includes 8-3:30 / 2:30-10. There can be split shifts or longer/shorter shifts where service needs apply. There is an element of behaviours of concern which are managed using a Positive Behaviour Support approach. Staff will require to complete service specific training including CALM, Epilepsy & M&H.

As a Support Practitioner, you will assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and/or additional support needs in all aspects of their daily lives, including support with medication and finances, housework, meal preparation, cooking and personal care.

The people we support have a variety of different hobbies which we’ll be looking to you to take an active interest in, from going out for a tasty bite or catching the latest movie to a gym session or group activity, the list is endless.

What we’re looking for

• Have an empathetic and caring nature.
• Good observation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in using computers.
• Be able to work well in a team environment and on your own.
• Good organisational skills.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave.
• TRFS rewards scheme (includes cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers).
• Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance.
• Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care.
• Refer a Friend scheme- £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague.
• Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer and ensure a positive working environment.
• Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.
• HSF Health Care plan.
• Counselling & Life Works service.

Additional information

We’re looking to fill this post/these posts as soon as possible and reserve the right to close the advert if suitable candidates are found before the advert closes. To avoid disappointment, pop your application in early.

Closing Date: 08/10/25 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time)

If you are applying via a job board then please be aware that you must submit an application via our website otherwise we will be unable to contact you!

All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer- this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector. All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.

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