Make a positive difference in someone's life by becoming a Support Practitioner with The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in our Inverness services and helping support the people who need it most in our communities!Due to the nature of the role we are only able to accept applications from those who have a driving license and access to their own vehicle.
You will be paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance.You do not need to have worked in care to apply as we will invest in your qualifications and provide full training through our award-winning learning & development team prior to starting.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.
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams.
We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.About the Role:Your responsibilities as a Support Practitioner could include:Social Support- Assisting individuals to engage with their communities by planning and attending outings to various leisure activities such as day centres, cinema, swimming etc.Personal Care- Assisting people to maintain their wellbeing by promoting their personal care which would include assistance with bathing, dressing, arranging visits with the dentist/doctor, incontinence care.Practical Support- Helping people to maintain their tenancy by encouraging daily household tasks such as general housework, laundry, ironing, cooking, shopping.Benefits:Generous annual leaveTRFS rewards scheme (which includes cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers)Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance.Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care.Refer a Friend scheme- £ reward for successfully referring a friend, family member or colleague.Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.HSF Health Care plan.Counselling & Life Works service.All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer- this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector.All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.Closing Date: 14th February (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time)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.
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams.