Make a positive difference in someone’s life by joining The Richmond Fellowship Scotland!
We are seeking a compassionate and creative Support Practitioner based in Scotlandwell.
About Us
The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised and outcome-focused support to over 2,800 individuals across Scotland, making us the country’s largest provider of social care. We support people with physical and/or learning disabilities, ongoing mental health issues, alcohol or substance abuse and autism. Some of those we support may present challenging behaviour or require a high level of personal care.
Role
Based in Scotlandwell and Glenrothes, your responsibilities include supporting service users with learning and physical disabilities and mental health needs in their own homes.
Responsibilities
* Assist individuals with daily living activities: medication and finances, housework, meal preparation, cooking and personal care.
* Engage in supported hobbies and interests, such as meals, movies, gym sessions and group activities.
* Support individuals with behaviours of concern and provide care with sensitivity.
Qualifications
* Empathetic and caring nature.
* Good observation skills.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Confidence in using computers.
* Ability to work well in a team and independently.
* Good organisational skills.
Requirements
As a Support Practitioner you will be expected to work day shifts, evening shifts, weekends and sleepovers.
Due to the nature of this role, we can only accept applications from female candidates who hold a full UK manual driving licence.
Our smoking policy applies to this role.
Benefits
* Generous annual leave
* Cash-back and discounts at various retailers
* Paid travel during shifts and a 45p per mile fuel allowance
* Continuous in‑house training and career development opportunities
* Refer a Friend scheme – £150 reward for successful referrals
* Employee forum for voicing opinions and feedback
* Free membership of Glasgow Credit Union
* HSF Health Care plan
* Counselling and Life Works service
EEO Statement
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital status, parental status or sexual orientation.
Closing Date
4/5/2026
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