Bank Support Practitioner

Make a positive difference in someone’s life by becoming a Support Practitioner with The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in our Aviemore services and helping support the people who need it most in our communities!We are currently able to offer Bank contracts within the Aviemore team.You do not need to have worked in care to apply as we will invest in your qualifications and provide full training through our award-winning learning & development team prior to starting.About the Role:Your responsibilities as a Support Practitioner could include:Social Support- Assisting individuals to engage with their communities by planning and attending outings to various leisure activities such as day centres, cinema, swimming etc.Personal Care- Assisting people to maintain their wellbeing by promoting their personal care which would include assistance with bathing, dressing, arranging visits with the dentist/doctor, incontinence care.Practical Support- Helping people to maintain their tenancy by encouraging daily household tasks such as general housework, laundry, ironing, cooking, shopping.Key Benefits:Generous annual leaveTRFS rewards scheme (which includes cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers)Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance.Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care.Refer a Friend scheme- £150 reward for successfully referring a friend, family member or colleague.Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.HSF Health Care plan.Counselling & Life Works service. All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer- this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG: having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector.All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.Closing Date: 22/11/2024 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time)