About Us Quarriers is one of Scotlands leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity tobring about positive changes in peoples lives. The Vacancy: Are you a compassionate and flexible individual with experience in social care? Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people with complex needs? Quarriers is looking for caring and committed Relief Intensive Support Practitioners to join our Countryview Respite Service within Quarriers Village. Your Opportunity: Quarriers are currently recruiting Relief Intensive Support Practitioners to join our Countryview Respite Service for Children and Families. Located in the peaceful and picturesque Quarriers Village, Countryview provides vital short breaks for children who have a wide range of complex needs, including medical complexities and neurodiverse conditions. As a Relief Intensive Support Practitioner, you will work flexibly as part of a team to deliver high-quality care during respite stays. Your role will include: Supporting children with daily routines and personal care Administering medication in line with care plans Providing a nurturing, safe and engaging environment Responding to distressed behaviour using trauma-informed and person-centred approaches Working Pattern This is a relief position, offering flexible hoursShifts may include: Day shifts Evening shifts Overnight/waking night shifts Weekend availability What You'll Need To Be Considered: SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) or HNC Social Services (or working towards) Experience working with children and families in a care or similar setting Strong communication skills, both verbal and written A commitment to person-centred, trauma-informed care Willingness to learn and adapt to individual needs Ability to work flexibly and reliably as part of a team A full UK driving licence What You Will Get in Return Competitive hourly rate Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities 24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme HSF Health Cash Plan Generous holiday entitlement (pro-rata) £500 refer-a-friend scheme (T&Cs apply) Life Assurance Benefit Cycle to Work Scheme Access to free health services including physiotherapy and occupational health Family-friendly working policies and procedures Registered with Concert for Carers Christmas saving scheme Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within three months of start date. Quarriers has Investors in People Platinum accreditation. ADZN1_UKTJ