Overview
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Location: Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, with travel around the area
Salary: £23,590 per annum
Hours: 35 per week (Service runs across 7 days, typically working every second weekend)
Contract: Permanent
Travel: Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle (Business Mileage Reimbursed). Ability to travel throughout the area is essential
SSSC Registration: Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is required within 3 months of starting the role.
Closing date for applications: 23:59 on 9 September 2025
Responsibilities
* As a Senior Practitioner, you will work with the Service Manager, undertake delegated duties such as direct care provision and staff mentorship.
* You will ensure optimal staffing levels and adapt work plans to meet evolving user needs.
* You will assist in overseeing service quality through practice observations, user feedback, and support plan audits.
* You will coordinate care transitions and mentor staff to uphold high standards of service delivery.
What you’ll do day-to-day
* Maximise independence by coordinating care at home.
* Provide compassionate care in line with Care Inspectorate regulations.
* Collaborate with the team to maintain staffing levels and adapt plans.
* Connect individuals to additional resources and services while supporting colleagues.
Requirements
* SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) – preferred
* PDA in Supervision – preferred
* Educated to N5 level (or equivalent by experience)
* Willingness to work flexible duty rotas
* Ability to take responsibility for the overall running of the service in the absence of a senior staff
* Travel throughout the area is essential
* Registration with the SSSC is required within 3 months of starting
Benefits
* Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days
* Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension
* Flexible working: We accommodate preferred work styles where possible
* Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning
* Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform
* Wellbeing Support: Mental health and wellbeing assistance
* Team Working: Collaborative team environment
* Cycle2Work: Cycle to work scheme
* Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses
At the British Red Cross, we are committed to an inclusive environment and supporting staff and volunteers with diverse backgrounds. We promote equal opportunities and have networks to support diversity and inclusion.
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