Support Practitioner - Female Driver (Shotts)

Richmond Fellowship Scotland Ltd; Shotts; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Rewards scheme

Travel allowance

In-house training

Refer a Friend

Employee Forum

Credit union membership

Health care plan

Counselling service

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Shotts is seeking compassionate Support Practitioners to assist individuals in their own homes with daily living activities, including personal care and daily tasks.

Part-time 20 hours, with weekend rotation; female drivers with access to own car required. Fully funded SVQ training provided; many benefits and career progression opportunities in social care.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and/or additional support needs in all aspects of their daily lives.
• Assist with medication and finances, housework, meal preparation, moving and handling, cooking and personal care.

Skills

Empathy

Observation skills

Verbal and written communication

Computer literacy

Teamwork and independence

Organisational skills

Job description

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Shotts is seeking compassionate Support Practitioners to assist individuals in their own homes with daily living activities, including personal care and daily tasks.

Part-time 20 hours, with weekend rotation; female drivers with access to own car required. Fully funded SVQ training provided; many benefits and career progression opportunities in social care.