Support Practitioner

3 weeks ago

Alford, United Kingdom The Richmond Fellowship Scotland Full time

Would you like a fantastic new career in Health and Social Care? Why not start your day hoping to make a difference and end your day knowing you did

Here at The Richmond Fellowship Scotland, we make a real difference in supporting people to enjoy, achieve and have fun in their everyday lives.

We are currently looking for passionate and committed Support Practitioners to join our team in Alford.

The services are comprised of Alford Care Home, located 25 miles from Aberdeen in the village of Alford and is a Care Home service for 12 individuals with mental health and physical difficulties. The 12 residents live within three purpose built bungalows in close proximity to one another and receive 24 hour support. The Alford Supported Living service which offers accommodation for two individuals, and staff also support a number of people in their own homes within Alford and the surrounding area.

No previous experience in care is required, as we provide full in-house training to all new staff members and will fully invest in you to achieve your SVQ Level 2.

We are able to offer Full time, Part time and Bank hours.

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.
- **Medical Support**:

- Administering and monitoring medication.
- **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.

**Key Benefits**:

- TRFS rewards scheme (cash-back and discounts at various retailers)
- Refer a Friend scheme
- £150 bonus

All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer

Please note that Care Workers are absolutely critical to the social care needs of the community. Therefore, the Scottish Government will cover the cost of PVG checks till 31st March 2023.

All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 6 months of their start date.

Closing Date: 9/12/22 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time)

**How to Apply**:

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