Support Practitioner: Start a Rewarding Care Career

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Paid travel during shifts

Fuel allowance 45p/mile

In-house training and career progress

Job summary

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised support to individuals in their own homes across Scotland, focusing on independence and wellbeing.

We’re hiring Support Practitioners who bring empathy, reliability, and strong communication to our team. No prior care experience is required as full training is provided, including a funded SVQ, with travel during shifts and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and caring nature.
• Good observation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Confidence in using computers.
• Able to work well in a team and independently.
• Good organisational skills.
• Generous annual leave.
• TRFS rewards scheme with cash-back/discounts.
• Paid travel during shifts; 45p per mile fuel allowance.
• In-house training and career progression.
• Refer a Friend £150 reward.
• Employee Forum for feedback and improvement.
• Free Glasgow Credit Union membership.
• Counselling & Life Works service.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with disabilities and/or additional support needs in daily living activities.
• Support with medication and finances, housework, meals and personal care.
• Engage in people’s hobbies and activities to promote engagement and independence.

Skills

Empathy

Observation

Communication

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Job description

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised support to individuals in their own homes across Scotland, focusing on independence and wellbeing.

We’re hiring Support Practitioners who bring empathy, reliability, and strong communication to our team. No prior care experience is required as full training is provided, including a funded SVQ, with travel during shifts and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.