At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with daily needs and engage in fun activities like swimming and nature walks.
- Company: Join a friendly team at Cornerstone, making a real difference in the community.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible shifts, funded training, casual dress code, and up to £500 for driving lessons.
- Other info: Access to discounts, career progression, and 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Why this job: Experience a rewarding role that truly changes lives while having fun every day.
- Qualifications: Caring attitude, teamwork skills, and confidence in swimming are essential.
The predicted salary is between 24960 - 29432 £ per year.
On the look out for a new, rewarding job where you make a difference every day? We’ve got just the opportunity for you. Our amazing team are now on the look out for a positive, patient and flexible new colleague to join them in Balmore, East Dunbartonshire on a permanent (35 hours per week) basis.
The Role
You will become part of a fun, friendly, well-established team who provide high quality, person-centred support to four individuals. In this role you will support them with their day‑to‑day personal needs, attending local events, gardening, swimming and hydrotherapy, and nature walks in the local area. You may also discuss films, trains and holidays with them over a cup of tea.
About you
- Caring and compassionate attitude
- Ability to work well in a team
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Confidence in the water (swimming and hydrotherapy are regular activities)
- Positive approach to learning
- Drive to improve the lives of the individuals you support
- Confidence in the use of computers
Shift Patterns
We provide dedicated around-the-clock support 24/7 on a rotational basis. Typical shifts are 7 am–3 pm and 1 pm–9 pm. Weekends, public holidays, sleepovers and night shifts may also form part of your rota. If you don’t live in Balmore and are a non-driver, you must be able to travel for shifts as there are limited public transport links that fit our shift patterns.
What makes Cornerstone a great place to work
- You’ll have a meaningful job doing things that you enjoy – often doesn’t feel like work
- Your job actually changes and improves lives in the local community
- Culture of empowering colleagues and teamwork
- No uniform – casual clothes
- Up to £500 funded toward driving lessons
- Reimbursement of yearly SSSC registration fees
- Access to funded qualifications through our SQA‑approved Training Academy
- Continuing professional development and career progression opportunities
- Colleague bonus scheme
- Long service awards
- 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline
- 26 days annual leave (increasing by 5 days after 5 years) plus 4 paid bank holidays
- Family‑friendly leave options, including family, parental, bereavement, and special leave
- Access to discounts (cinema, gym, holidays, shopping, etc.)
Additional Requirements
Applicants who have spent more than 12 months out of the UK (excluding specified European countries) within the last 10 years will be asked to provide a criminal record certificate from the relevant government/police authority as part of pre‑employment checks. If successful, you will be expected to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and work towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare for SSSC registration. You must register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting employment.
Care & Support Practitioner - Flexible Shifts & Training employer: Cornerstone Community Care
At Cornerstone, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals in Balmore, East Dunbartonshire. Our supportive and empowering work culture fosters teamwork and personal growth, with comprehensive training and funding for qualifications, alongside generous benefits such as flexible shifts, casual dress, and a colleague bonus scheme. Join us to enjoy a fulfilling career where your contributions are valued and celebrated, all while enjoying the beauty of our local community.
Contact Details:
Cornerstone Community Care Recruitment Team
