Lead Practitioner

5 days ago


Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom Search Consultancy LTD Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Lead Practitioner - Learning Disabilities

Job Reference: Not Applicable

Location: Dundee

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £24,000 - £29,000 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Lead Practitioner to join our Learning Disabilities team in Dundee. As a Lead Practitioner, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality support to our service users, meeting their individual needs and promoting their independence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Undertake initial assessments and follow-up reviews of service users, creating and reviewing support plans to ensure their needs are met.
  • Manage paperwork and record-keeping for service user reviews, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
  • Provide leadership and on-the-job training to staff, taking lead on shifts and promoting service development and improvement.
  • Support and supervise staff members, administering medication and maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Undertake sleepovers, overnight, and weekend working as required.
  • Prepare and implement risk management plans to ensure the safety and well-being of service users.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A minimum SVQ3 qualification.
  • Direct experience working with individuals who have learning disabilities and/or forensic histories.
  • Experience working to SSSC standards.
  • An understanding of the causes and effects of social exclusion.
  • Experience in organisational planning and record-keeping.
  • Knowledge of safeguarding and protection.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career development. As a valued member of our team, you will receive:

  • A competitive salary of £24,000 - £29,000 per annum.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • A comprehensive induction program.
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your CV and a covering letter, to us.


  • Lead Practitioner

    4 days ago


    Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom Turning Point Scotland Full time

    About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a Lead Practitioner to join our team at Turning Point Scotland. As a Lead Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting a young adult with a wide range of needs to live independently in their own home.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide individualized support to the young adult, working in a team environment...

  • Lead Practitioner

    4 days ago


    Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom Turning Point Scotland Full time

    About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a Lead Practitioner to join our team at Turning Point Scotland. As a Lead Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting a young adult with a wide range of needs to live independently in their own home.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide individualized support to the young adult, working in a team environment...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time

    NHS Scotland is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, promoting equality and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our goal is to create a workforce that truly represents the community we serve, where each employee feels valued and empowered to excel.To achieve this, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society,...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time

    NHS Scotland is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, promoting equality and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our goal is to create a workforce that truly represents the community we serve, where each employee feels valued and empowered to excel.To achieve this, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society,...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom Turning Point Scotland Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Autism Support PractitionerJob Type: Full-time and Part-timeLocation: DundeeSalary: £12.74 per hour, rising to £12.43 in the first year of serviceAnnual Salary: £23,450 - £24,514 (pro rata)Contract: PermanentAbout the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Autism Support Practitioner to join our team in Dundee. As a...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom Turning Point Scotland Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Autism Support PractitionerJob Type: Full-time and Part-timeLocation: DundeeSalary: £12.74 per hour, rising to £12.43 in the first year of serviceAnnual Salary: £23,450 - £24,514 (pro rata)Contract: PermanentAbout the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Autism Support Practitioner to join our team in Dundee. As a...

  • Clinical Lead

    7 days ago


    Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom NHS National Services Scotland Full time

    NHS National Services Scotland is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, promoting equality and eliminating unlawful discrimination.We are seeking an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our multi-disciplinary team in the Hyper-Acute Stroke Unit.This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom NHS National Services Scotland Full time

    About the RoleNHS National Services Scotland is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, promoting equality and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society.We are seeking a highly skilled Therapeutic Radiographer to join our team at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee. The successful candidate...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom NHS National Services Scotland Full time

    About the RoleNHS National Services Scotland is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, promoting equality and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society.We are seeking a highly skilled Therapeutic Radiographer to join our team at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee. The successful candidate...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time

    Job SummaryNHS Scotland is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, promoting equality and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We strive to create an environment where each employee feels valued and empowered to excel.Job DescriptionJob Title: Advanced Practitioner - Therapeutic RadiographerDepartment: Radiotherapy DepartmentLocation:...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Neurosurgery Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our team at NHS Scotland. As a key member of our Neurosurgical department, you will be responsible for providing expert care and support to patients with neurological and neurosurgical conditions.Key ResponsibilitiesDiagnose, treat, and manage patients...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Neurosurgery Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our team at NHS Scotland. As a key member of our Neurosurgical department, you will be responsible for providing expert care and support to patients with neurological and neurosurgical conditions.Key ResponsibilitiesDiagnose, treat, and manage patients...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time

    About the RoleNHS Scotland is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, promoting equality and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our goal is to create a truly representative team, where each employee feels valued and empowered to excel.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Therapeutic Radiographer to join our team at Ninewells...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time

    About the RoleNHS Scotland is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, promoting equality and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our goal is to create a truly representative team, where each employee feels valued and empowered to excel.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Therapeutic Radiographer to join our team at Ninewells...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom Sense Scotland Full time

    About Sense ScotlandWe are a leading provider of social care services, dedicated to supporting individuals with additional support needs to lead fulfilling and happy lives.Our vision is to empower people to achieve their own ambitions, and we prioritize strong values, fostering warm relationships, and creating positive experiences.We value input from all...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom Sense Scotland Full time

    About Sense ScotlandWe are a leading provider of social care services, dedicated to supporting individuals with additional support needs to lead fulfilling and happy lives.Our vision is to empower people to achieve their own ambitions, and we prioritize strong values, fostering warm relationships, and creating positive experiences.We value input from all...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom NHS National Services Scotland Full time

    NHS National Services Scotland is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, promoting equality and eliminating unlawful discrimination.We are seeking an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our multi-disciplinary team in the Hyper-Acute Stroke Unit at Ninewells Hospital.This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic...


  • Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom NHS National Services Scotland Full time

    NHS National Services Scotland is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, promoting equality and eliminating unlawful discrimination.We are seeking an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our multi-disciplinary team in the Hyper-Acute Stroke Unit at Ninewells Hospital.This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic...

  • Clinical Director

    23 hours ago


    Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom Ethical Search Professionals, Ltd. Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner to join our team as a Clinical Director in Primary Care. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care and leading our clinical initiatives.About the Role:Provide exceptional patient care and develop long-term...

  • Clinical Director

    22 hours ago


    Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom Ethical Search Professionals, Ltd. Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner to join our team as a Clinical Director in Primary Care. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care and leading our clinical initiatives.About the Role:Provide exceptional patient care and develop long-term...