Support Practitioner in Edinburgh & Lothians (FT/PT)

Carr Gomm; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support services organization in Edinburgh is seeking Support Practitioners to assist individuals with daily living activities and prevent social isolation. The role requires flexibility in working various shifts, including nights and weekends. Comprehensive training and numerous benefits are offered, including enhanced leave and a pension scheme. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK or be able to apply for a work visa.

Benefits

Anti-social hours enhancement

Enhanced mileage payment

35 days’ holiday per year

£200 Recommend a Friend Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Defined Contribution pension scheme

Free Blue Light Card

Access to physiotherapy and health coaching

Membership of a credit union

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK or apply for a visa.
• Full training provided, including SVQ qualifications.
• Must possess the right values and motivation to support individuals.

Responsibilities

• Support people with daily living activities at home and in the community.
• Prevent social isolation and loneliness by assisting individuals.
• Work flexible shift patterns including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Honesty

Respect

Empathy

Compassion

Flexibility

Job description

A leading support services organization in Edinburgh is seeking Support Practitioners to assist individuals with daily living activities and prevent social isolation. The role requires flexibility in working various shifts, including nights and weekends. Comprehensive training and numerous benefits are offered, including enhanced leave and a pension scheme. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK or be able to apply for a work visa.