Support Practitioner – Lochgilphead
“It’s the reward of helping people. I like helping people and seeing the reward of keeping people out of hospital and living in their own homes.” – Rhona
As a Support Practitioner, you’ll play a key role in helping people live their best lives. Every day, you’ll make a real difference, whether you’re supporting someone with daily routines, helping them settle back home after a hospital stay, or responding to telecare alarms. It’s a role where every day you help people stay connected, independent, and supported in their own homes.
About Us
Carr Gomm is a leading social care and community development charity, supporting people across Argyll & Bute to live independently, safely, and well in their own homes. We are currently recruiting Support Practitioners for the following services in Lochgilphead:
Responders
Respond to Telecare alarms 24/7, helping people in emergencies such as falls. This fast-paced role involves dynamic risk assessments, quick problem-solving, and using specialist equipment such as ELK cushions.
Shift Patterns: 7am – 3pm and/or 3pm – 11pm, plus 11pm – 7am waking nights.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for people who are compassionate, reliable, and community-minded. Full training is provided, and you’ll be supported to achieve an SVQ in Health and Social Care while you work.
We welcome both drivers and non-drivers. Many roles involve travel across rural communities, so having a full driving licence is preferred but not essential.
You will:
Contracts: Part-time and full-time contracts are available. If you can’t commit to set hours, we also have Relief Support Practitioner roles for greater flexibility.
Why Join Carr Gomm
You will be part of a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that invests in its people. You will have opportunities to shape how work is done through specialist working groups and the Futures innovation programme, within an organisation that proudly holds the LGBT Charter for inclusion.
As a permanent Support Practitioner, you will also receive:
“I think Carr Gomm is very good a putting the needs of people at the forefront, and that’s what’s important. – Rab, Person Carr Gomm supports
Apply Today
Applying to join our team as a Support Practitioner in Lochgilphead is quick and straightforward. We will ask for some essential details, including information on your previous employment and references.
We welcome applications from any candidates already eligible to work in the UK or those who can apply for a visa granting permission to work in the UK (e.g., dependent visas, ancestry, etc.) that do not require sponsorship from Carr Gomm. You will be asked to share proof of this prior to receiving any offer of employment. It is currently our policy not to offer sponsorship for prospective candidates.
For more details about the role, including responsibilities and requirements, download the job profile (PDF).
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