Overview
Join The Richmond Fellowship Scotland as a Support Practitioner (Driver Only). This role is based in Angus and services areas including Arbroath, Carnoustie, Monifieth, Forfar, Montrose and Kirriemuir. A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle are essential.
Responsibilities
* Social Support - Helping individuals engage with their communities by planning and attending outings such as day centres, cinema, swimming, and other leisure activities.
* Medical Support - Administering and monitoring medication.
* Personal Care - Supporting wellbeing by assisting with bathing, dressing, incontinence care, and arranging healthcare appointments.
* Practical Support - Encouraging daily household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, ironing, cooking, and shopping to help individuals maintain their tenancy.
Requirements
* Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle (essential for Driver Only positions).
* No experience? No problem — full training is provided by our award-winning Learning & Development team before you start. This includes classroom-based sessions, E-learning modules, and shadowing experienced Support Practitioners to gain hands-on experience.
* Flexible working: shifts vary between early, back, late, and sleepovers.
Benefits
* Generous annual leave
* TRFS Rewards Scheme - Cashback 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 and career development opportunities
* Refer a Friend Scheme - £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague
* Employee Forum - Platform to voice opinions and provide feedback
* Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union
* HSF Health Care Plan
* Counselling & LifeWorks Support Service
Next Steps
All successful applicants will receive a conditional offer, subject to satisfactory references and PVG checks. Having a conviction does not necessarily exclude you from working in this sector.
* New staff members must register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.
* Closing Date: 16/09/2025 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy early).
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.
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