Overview
Start a career that makes a difference, packed full of job satisfaction! If you share our values and live in or around Coatbridge, we want to hear from you. Our Cumbernauld team is looking for compassionate and creative individuals with a positive attitude to join us as Support Practitioners.
You don’t need experience in care to start your career with us; we recruit on values and transferable skills. We’ll give you training, including a fully funded SVQ.
The Role
Due to the nature of the role, we can only accept applicants who hold a UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle.
Please note this role is for 30 hours.
As a Support Practitioner, you will assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and/or additional support needs in all aspects of their daily lives, including support with medication and finances, housework, meal preparation, cooking and personal care. The people we support engage in a variety of activities, from meals out or movies to gym sessions or group activities.
Responsibilities & Requirements
* To be part of our team, you will need: an empathetic and caring nature; good observation skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills; confidence in using computers; the ability to work well in a team and independently; good organisational skills.
* Be willing to participate in a range of activities with the people we support.
Benefits & Rewards
* Generous annual leave.
* TRFS rewards scheme (cash-back and discounts at 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 to voice opinions and help improve the working environment.
* Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.
* Counselling & Life Works service.
We’re looking to fill this post as soon as possible and reserve the right to close the advert if suitable candidates are found beforehand. To avoid disappointment, please apply early.
Closing Date: 24th September 2025 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time).
If you are applying via a job board, please submit your application via our website, otherwise we will be unable to contact you.
All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer, subject to 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.
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.
3 Buchanan Gate
Buchanan Gate Business Park
Cumbernauld Road
Stepps
North Lanarkshire
G33 6FB
0845 013 6300
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