Support Practitioner

Here at The Richmond Fellowship Scotland we make a real difference in supporting people with their everyday lives. We have an exciting opportunity as a Support Practitioner in our East Kilbride Services.

About the role:

Applicants who drive with access to their own vehicle preferred but not essential!

We have 32, 24 and 16 hour contracts available.

We offer a range of different support services such as practical support with the person’s daily life, medication support, personal care, meal preparation and supporting people to access health services, educational opportunities, leisure and social activities.

Each person we support is unique so each support role will be different to the next, giving you the chance to really make a difference in that individuals life.

Not only will you get a great sense of achievement as a Support Practitioner but in return you can expect fantastic career progression opportunities, award winning training and a positive enjoyable working environment.

Previous experience as a Support Practitioner is great but a full training program is offered to everyone who joins The Richmond Fellowship Scotland, so even if this is a new career path for you, we would love to meet you.

What matters most to us is that you have the right values and the right attitude.

Key Benefits:

-TRFS rewards scheme (which includes cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers)

-Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care.

-Refer a Friend scheme- £150 reward for successfully referring a friend, family member or colleague.

-Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.

-HSF Health Care plan.

-Counselling & Life Works service.

-Employee Forum-The employee forum allows all 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.

We have also been awarded gold accreditation from Investors in People so not only will you get a great sense of achievement as a Support Practitioner but in return you can expect fantastic career progression opportunities, award winning training and a positive enjoyable working environment.

We are proud to share we are an accredited Living Wage Employer, meaning that every staff member working for the Richmond Fellowship will earn a real Living wage rather than the minimum wage

Above all you will be involved in making a positive difference to someone’s life.

Please apply below and let The Richmond Fellowship Scotland work with you to progress your career and help provide the best possible support and care across our services.

Closing date: 15th January 2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time).

PVG checks will be required of all successful applicants; 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.

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!