Support Practitioner

Looking for job satisfaction anda role that makes a real impact? If you enjoy working with people and live in or near Dumbarton, you could be just the person were looking for! Our team is recruitingfor twounderstanding and creative individuals with a positive attitude to join them asSupport Practitioners on apermanentbasis. We have a part-time contract (30 hours per week) and a full-time female only contract (39 hours per week) available. You dont need experience in care to start your career with us; we recruit on values and transferrable skills. We’ll give you all the training you need to be an amazing Support Practitioner including a fully funded SVQ. It would be great if you have a full UK, manual driving licence with a minimum of 1 years’ driving experiencebut this isnt a deal-breaker. The Role Based in Dumbarton, our dedicated team provide person centred support toindividuals living in their own homes with diverse needs, including mental health challenges, learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries, addictions and past trauma. As a Support Practitioner you will assist with all aspects of daily living including meal preparation, medication, going to appointments and activities, managing personal finances, support with moving and handling and personal care. We’re looking for someone who’s ready to take an active interest in the hobbies and passions of those we support. Whether it’s discovering new opportunities, encouraging social connections, learning new skills or reducing isolation, you’ll help individuals lead the lives they choose. To be an amazing Support Practitioner, we’ll need you to: * Have an empathetic and caring nature. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Confidence in using computers. * Be able to work well in a team environment and on your own. * Good organisational skills. Benefits: * Generous annual leave. * TRFS rewards scheme (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 colleague. * Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer and ensure a positive working environment. * Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union. * HSF Health Care plan. * Counselling & Life Works service. Shift Patterns: Early shifts start from 7:30am and back shifts can finish at 9pm or 10pm depending on the needs of the supported individual. These roles include working weekends and public holidays on a rotational basis. Closing Date: 23rd August2026 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. Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post. Please note, our smoking policy applies to this role. Please contact kbellingham@trfs.org.uk if you have any questions. About Us: The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised and outcome-focused support to over 2800 individuals in their own homes across Scotland, making us the countrys largest provider of social care. We support individuals with a variety of different needs such as physical and/or learning disabilities, ongoing mental health issues, alcohol or substance abuse and autism. Some of the people we support can present challenging behaviour or require a high level of personal care. Our Commitment to Inclusion We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We encourage applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status or sexual orientation. Our aim is to welcome everyone and build inclusive teams. Join us and be part of something bigger! J-18808-Ljbffr