Wellbeing Practitioner KD251

Thistle Foundation; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading support organization in Edinburgh is seeking a Wellbeing Practitioner to assist a gentleman in daily living tasks and social activities. The role offers 24 hours per week, requiring a driving license for transportation. Ideal candidates should be willing to work towards the necessary qualifications for SSSC registration. The position includes various benefits such as competitive salary, training opportunities, and 30 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

30 days annual leave

Free gym membership

SSSC registration paid for

Ongoing professional development training

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards qualification for SSSC registration.
• Experience in personal care or support roles.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily tasks such as shopping and cooking.
• Support the gentleman in personal care and social activities.
• Handle administrative tasks like updating support plans and working on rotas.

Skills

Assistance with daily tasks

Basic IT skills

Flexibility

Education

Qualification for SSSC registration

Job description

Our Wellbeing Practitioners support individuals in leading full, active, and socially connected lives, helping them achieve what matters most to them.

Applicants should possess, or be willing to work towards, a qualification meeting the standards required for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

We are seeking a Wellbeing Practitioner to join a self-organised team supporting a very busy man living independently in Craigmillar, Edinburgh. This role is for 24 hours per week. A driving licence is essential as he owns a car. Sleepovers are included as part of the service.

About this opportunity

1. This gentleman requires assistance with daily tasks such as shopping, cooking, and housework.
2. He prefers to do as much as possible from his wheelchair and will work with you to prepare meals and clean his home. He needs additional support with personal care.
3. He works two days a week at Ikea. If successful, you will undertake an Ikea induction to assist him during these shifts, along with Thistle Foundation training.
4. He maintains an active social life, including regular nights out, hosting friends, holidays, and weekends away. He enjoys relaxing with football, TV shows, or playing his Nintendo.
5. He is close to his family and stays in touch through online classes, FaceTime, voice notes, and meet-ups for coffee.
6. Support is provided seven days a week; therefore, full flexibility is required.
7. The role includes administrative tasks such as working on rotas, updating support plans, arranging meetings, and taking minutes. Basic IT skills are necessary, with training provided.

For an informal chat about this vacancy, please contact us.

We are dedicated to supporting your professional development through sector-leading training and helping you achieve SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care.

Employee Benefits

• Salary: From 1st April 2025, starting at £12.60/hour (£25,552/year FTE), rising to £13.52/hour (£27,418/year FTE).
• Excellent training (paid in full)
• This includes courses in person-centred practice, leadership, IT, and other bespoke topics.
• SSSC registration paid for by Thistle
• Support to attain SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care
• Ongoing support via team meetings, Lead Practitioner, or Coach
• Contributory pension scheme
• 30 days of annual leave, increasing by 1 day/year up to 35 days
• Free gym membership at Thistle
• Membership of the HSF Health Plan
• Refer a Friend scheme: earn £250 for successful referrals