Support Practitioner

Jobtrain Solutions; Strichen; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A care service provider in Strichen is seeking a part-time Support Practitioner to assist a gentleman with daily living activities. This role involves supporting him in cooking, shopping, and enjoying hobbies such as swimming. No prior experience is needed as full training will be provided, including opportunities for certification. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, a caring attitude, and comfort in swimming. This position requires a commitment to social services and healthcare training.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills for effective interaction.
• A caring attitude and approach towards the gentleman's needs.
• Confidence in swimming to support activities in the water.
• Basic cooking skills to assist in meal preparation.

Responsibilities

• Support a gentleman with daily living tasks such as shopping and cooking.
• Involve in his hobbies like swimming and sports.
• Assist with personal care and household activities.

Skills

Good communication skills

Caring attitude

Positive approach to learning

Confidence in using computers

Ability to cook

Confidence to provide swimming support

Job description

Overview

Looking for a part-time job where you can make a difference? You’re in luck as we’re looking for colleagues for our amazing #TeamWater in Strichen on a 10 hours per week or relief basis.

About the role

The main purpose of your role will be to support an amazing gentleman in his own home with all aspects of his daily living, e.g. shopping, finances, cooking, meal planning, housework and personal care.

With the gentleman also enjoys various hobbies and interests, you may also find yourself getting involved in swimming, the outdoors, watching and listening to sports and going for walks to name a few.

We recruit on values and transferable skills, so you don’t need experience or qualifications to start your career with us. We have our own Training Academy that’ll give you all the skills you’ll need, including the opportunity to complete your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification.

About You

To be a great Support Practitioner we’ll need you to have the following qualities:

• Good communication skills
• A caring attitude and approach
• A positive approach to learning
• Confidence in the use of computers
• The ability to cook
• Confidence to provide support in the water as swimming is a regular activity

It would be great if you were also a driver with at least a year’s experience on the roads as the gentleman we support has his own mobility car, however, this isn’t a deal breaker for the right candidate.

Shift Patterns

Our dedicated team provides 24/7 care and support which includes early mornings, evenings, sleepovers, weekends and public holidays.

We are looking to fill these vacancies as soon as possible and hold the right to close our advert early if we receive many applications. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Sound interesting? What are you waiting for? Apply today, we can’t wait to hear from you!

Successful candidates will be required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and be committed to working towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with the support from our Training Academy.

Please note - If you have spent more than 12 months out with the UK (excluding France, Germany. Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania or Spain) within the last 10 years while over the age of 18, you will be asked to provide a criminal record certificate from the relevant government/police authority as part of our pre-employment checks.

If you’re successful in joining our team, we will need you to register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting your employment with us.