About us
Looking for a rewarding career in Social Care?
At Sense Scotland, we take immense pride in our work and are currently seeking new talent to join us in supporting individuals with their everyday lives. Our vision is to help those we support lead fulfilling and happy lives, enabling them to achieve their own ambitions. We prioritise strong values, fostering warm relationships, and creating positive experiences. We value input from all staff members, ensuring meaningful outcomes through the commitment to our core values.
Recruiting now for Support Practitioners offering Full Time, Part Time and Relief opportunities. This is a 24 hour Housing Support Service and shifts will include, early and late shifts, sleepover and waken night shifts, weekends and public holidays via a supportive staff rota.
Join us in making a real difference and embark on a fulfilling journey at Sense Scotland.
About the service
Set within a purpose-built home in the heart of Auchtermuchty, you’ll be part of a dedicated team supporting three individuals with complex needs including impaired vision, hearing impairment, learning disabilities, epilepsy, and congenital rubella syndrome. Each person has a bespoke support package tailored to their goals and aspirations. You’ll work in a beautiful setting with access to a communal lounge, kitchen, dining room, conservatory, private gardens, and even a log cabin/summer houseperfect for engaging activities and meaningful moments.
At Sense Scotland what is important is that all our staff have a genuine passion to make a difference in the life of someone with additional support needs.
Day to day you will
* Promote independence, individuality and achievement of goals, with the voices of the people we support at the very centre of everything you do
* Assist with various tasks such as personal care, housework, administering medication and meal preparation
* Attend and participate in meaningful activities both at home and in the community, including cinema, music groups, travel, art, walking groups, voluntary work and swimming
* Liaise with your team and with others to review and ensure you are providing the best quality care
* Maintain accurate up-to-date daily recordings
What you’ll need to succeed
We’re looking for people who bring heart, energy, and commitment to their work. You don’t need prior experiencejust the right attitude.
* Good team-working skills and a positive outlook
* Join us in creating a world where everyone’s voice is heard and their potential is celebrated.
* Effective communication and initiative
* Organised and reliable to support daily routines
* Ability to prioritise and manage workloads
* Eagerness to learn and grow
* Genuine passion for caring for others
* Patience and understanding
What We Offer
* Full training and ongoing development
* Supportive team environment
* Opportunities for career progression
* Flexible working patterns
* A chance to make a meaningful impact every day
Why join us?
Whether you're experienced in health and social care or looking for a fulfilling career change, we offer:
* A supportive team environment
* Opportunities for training and development
* A chance to make a lasting impact
* Better work-life balance
If you value the power of a smile and want to help others engage in activities they love, this is the role for you.
Working for us
We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment, some of these include:
Retention payment of £500 we reward our people
100’s of discount options to use at high street stores, events, cinemas, restaurants and more!
Earn £250 by referring a friend
Training and development opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge via our e-learning packages and so much more
Generous annual leave entitlement 24 days annual leave plus 12 Public Holidays which increases with length of service
Pension scheme to help you save for the future
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your life
Cycle to Work scheme and HSF Health Plan, your health and wellbeing is important to us.
Our full list of benefits can be found here .
Please note that Terms and Conditions and/or qualifying criteria apply to the benefits listed above.