Senior Practitioner

2 weeks ago

Glasgow, United Kingdom British Red Cross Full time

**Senior Practitioner - Support at Home**

**Location: Glasgow**
**Salary: £23,590 per annum, pro rata**

**Hours: 28 per week (Service runs across 7 days, typically working every second weekend)**
**Contract: Fixed Term Contract Until 30th September 2026**
**Travel: Ability to travel throughout the area is essential**
**SSSC Registration: Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is required within 3 months of starting the role.**

**_The British Red Cross in Glasgow is launching a brand new Support at Home service...._**
- Are you ready to make a real impact within the community? Join us as a Senior Practitioner, where you'll coordinate care transitions, mentor staff, and uphold the highest standards of service delivery._

As a **Senior Practitioner**, you will work closely with the Service Manager, undertaking delegated duties such as direct care provision and staff mentorship. You will ensure optimal staffing levels and adapt work plans to meet evolving user needs. Additionally, you will assist in overseeing service quality through practice observations, user feedback, and support plan audits.

**A day in the life of a Senior Practitioner will involve**:

- Maximising independence through coordinating care at home.
- Providing compassionate care in accordance with Care Inspectorate regulations, making a real difference in service users' lives.
- Collaborating with the team to maintain optimal staffing levels and adapt work plans to evolving needs.
- Empowering individuals by connecting them to additional resources and services, while also mentoring and supporting fellow team members.

**To be a successful Senior Practitioner, you’ll need**:

- A SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) (preferred).
- PDA in Supervision (preferred).
- Educated to N5 level (or equivalent by experience).
- Willingness to work flexibly in accordance with the pattern set out in the duty rotas in place.
- Ability to accept responsibility for the overall running of the service in the absence of a senior member of staff.
- **Ability to travel throughout the area is essential**:

- **Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is required within 3 months of starting the role.**

**In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get**:

- **Holidays**:36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
- **Pension scheme**:Up to 6% contributory pension.
- **Flexible working**:We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
- **Learning & Development**:Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
- **Discounts**:Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
- **Wellbeing Support**:Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
- **Team Working**:Support our mission in a collaborative team.
- **Cycle2Work**:Lease a bicycle through the scheme**.**:

- **Season ticket loan**:Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Young Staff Network.

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