Relief Support Practitioner
1 month ago
Looking for a rewarding career in Social Care?
At Sense Scotland, we take immense pride in our work and are currently seeking new talent to join us in supporting individuals with their everyday lives. Our vision is to help those we support lead fulfilling and happy lives, enabling them to achieve their own ambitions. We prioritise strong values, fostering warm relationships, and creating positive experiences. We value input from all staff members, ensuring meaningful outcomes through the commitment to our core values.
Join us in making a real difference and embark on a fulfilling journey at Sense Scotland.
We are currently recruiting Relief Support Practitioners to join our Relief Pool in Bishopbriggs. As a Relief Support Practitioner, you can share your availability and preferences in advance with our managers, who will factor this into their planning and match your strengths, skills, or interests to appropriate roles. You can also let us know if you are available unexpectedly or at short notice.
About the ServiceTouchBase Dunbartonshire is a purpose-built centre located in the Bishopbriggs area, designed to provide a variety of support services for adults with disabilities and additional needs. It offers a vibrant environment where people can engage in a range of activities, from arts and music to physical and social pursuits. The day centre aims to foster personal growth, community involvement, and individual independence.
TouchBase Dunbartonshire is conveniently located near public transport links and features a range of amenities, including arts and music spaces, a multi-sensory area, a garden, and a courtyard. It serves as both a support hub and a social space, fostering participation and interaction in a flexible, enriching environment.
As part of our team, you’ll join a fun, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, supporting people with diverse interests, hobbies, and personalities. You’ll play a key role in helping them live meaningful lives, engaging in activities they love and exploring new opportunities both within TouchBase and out in the community. Building trusting relationships is central to this role, providing a foundation for helping each person achieve their personal goals and unlock their full potential.
Our day centre operates Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work as needed. We offer flexible working hours between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, making this role ideal for those seeking work-life balance.
By joining as a Relief Support Practitioner, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference on a schedule that works for you.
Your role will involve: Supporting and monitoring healthcare needs, including administering medication and providing personal care.
Promoting independence and respecting individuality in line with each person’s Support Plan.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of daily tasks and activities.
Collaborating effectively with colleagues, families, and the individuals we support to ensure high-quality care and communication.
At Sense Scotland what is important is that all our staff have a genuine passion to make a difference in the life of someone with additional support needs.
What you will need to succeed Good team-working skills and a positive attitude are essential qualities
Ability to communicate effectively and use your own initiative
Strong work ethic and organised to support routines
Able to prioritise and manage workloads
Eager to develop
A genuine passion for caring for others
Patience and understanding
If you value the power of a smile and want to make a positive impact by helping those, we support engage in activities they love, this role is for you. Whether you have experience in health and social care and seek a better work-life balance or are considering a career change to start in social care, we want to hear from you
Working for usWe offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment, some of these include:
Retention payment of £500 we reward our people
100’s of discount options to use at high street stores, events, cinemas, restaurants and more
Earn £250 by referring a friend
Training and development opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge via our e-learning packages and so much more
Generous annual leave entitlement 24 days annual leave plus 12 Public Holidays which increases with length of service
Pension scheme to help you save for the future
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your life
Cycle to Work scheme and HSF Health Plan, your health and wellbeing is important to us.
Our full list of benefits can be found here.
Please note that Terms and Conditions and/or qualifying criteria apply to the benefits listed above.
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