Support Practitioner (Female)

Overview

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Our team in Milton is looking for a reliable female colleague with passion and empathy to join on a permanent, part-time basis. You will support two ladies and a gent with learning disabilities and complex needs who share a home and lead active lives. The role involves providing care and support during times of staff training, holidays and absence.

Responsibilities

• Support with all aspects of daily living, including shopping, finances, cooking, housework and personal care.
• Participate in activities the individuals enjoy, such as arts & crafts, clubs, cinema or bowling, shopping, meals out and swimming.
• Ensure the best possible care and support during times of staff training, holidays and absence.
• Work as part of a team or alone (shift patterns may include lone working).

Requirements / Qualifications

• Ideally previous experience in a care setting with an understanding of learning disability and autism, but this is not essential.
• A caring and compassionate attitude; active listening; great communication; and a positive approach to learning.
• Confidence in the use of computers.

What we offer

• Training provided for the practical aspects of the role; paid training and funding for SVQ (SCQF level 6/7).
• Full training and support to learn the practical aspects of the role.

Shift Patterns

Dedicated around-the-clock support 24/7; shift patterns include early mornings, evenings, weekends, public holidays and sleepovers. Role may involve lone working.

Application and Compliance

• Successful candidates will be required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and work towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with support from our Training Academy.
• You may need to register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting employment.
• Please note: If you have spent more than 12 months outside the UK (within the last 10 years, age 18+), you may be asked to provide a criminal record certificate for pre-employment checks.
• For this position, female is an Occupational Requirement as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

Cornerstone welcomes applications from all sections of the community and seeks to increase workforce diversity.

Contact

For questions, please contact Leeanne Dolan at 07350422396.

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Expiry: if the role is closed, this should be indicated in the posting.