At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals to live independently, assisting with daily activities and providing social support.
- Company: Join the largest provider of social care in Scotland, making a real difference in people's lives.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days annual leave, paid travel, and continuous training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible part-time hours with opportunities for career growth and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Empower others while gaining valuable experience and qualifications in health and social care.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; just a passion for helping others and a UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 29642 £ per year.
Our services in Dumfries are currently recruiting for Support Practitioners! You do not need previous experience in Care to apply as we recruit on values and transferable skills. We’ll give you all the training you need to be an amazing Support Practitioner including a fully funded SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care! However, for these posts we are only able to consider female applicants who have a UK Driving Licence for manual vehicles and access to their own cars. This is a part-time post consisting of 30 hours per week. Evening and weekend work is required.
About Us: The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised and outcome-focused support to over 2800 individuals in their own homes across Scotland, making us the country’s largest provider of social care. We support individuals with a variety of different needs such as physical and/or learning disabilities, ongoing mental health issues, alcohol or substance abuse and autism.
The Role: As a Support Practitioner, you will support individuals to live as independently as possible in their own homes. This can include assistance with medication, general housework, meal preparation and personal care. You would also provide social support within the service, accompanying individuals to any hobbies/events that they have on and participating in hobbies at home!
Benefits:
- 30 Days Annual Leave (Pro Rata for PT Vacancies)
- TRFS rewards scheme (includes cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers).
- Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance when using your own vehicle.
- Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care.
- Refer a Friend scheme- £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague.
- Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer and ensure a positive working environment.
- Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.
- HSF Health Care plan.
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.
Female Only Part Time Support Practitioner employer: The Richmond Fellowship Scotland (TRFS)
The Richmond Fellowship Scotland is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for female Support Practitioners in Dumfries. With comprehensive training, including a fully funded SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, and generous benefits such as 30 days annual leave and paid travel during shifts, we prioritise employee growth and well-being. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals while enjoying a rewarding career in social care.
Contact Details:
The Richmond Fellowship Scotland (TRFS) Recruitment Team
