Overview
Support Practitioner (Waking Nights) – Full-time
Make a positive difference in someone’s life by becoming a Support Practitioner with The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in our Inverness services, helping people who need it most in our communities.
We are looking for someone to join our team in Inverness for a Waking Night position for full-time hours. You do not need to have worked in care to apply, as we will invest in your qualifications and provide full training through our award-winning learning & development team prior to starting.
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.
Responsibilities
* Social Support - Assisting individuals to engage with their communities by planning and attending outings to clubs and leisure activities (day centres, bowling, cinema, swimming, etc.).
* Medical Support - Administering and monitoring medication.
* Personal Care - Assist people to maintain wellbeing by supporting with personal care, including showering/bathing, dressing, arranging visits with professionals (e.g., dentists, doctors, opticians) and assisting with incontinence care.
* Practical Support - Helping people maintain their tenancy by encouraging daily household tasks (general housework, laundry, ironing, cooking, shopping).
Benefits
* Generous annual leave
* TRFS Rewards Scheme – cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers
* Refer a Friend scheme – £150 reward for successfully referring a friend, family member or colleague
* Career development – ongoing training as well as finance and support to help you achieve your SVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care in-house
* Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance
* Employee Forum – for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which helps us improve as an employer
* Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union
* HSF Health Care plan & counselling support
* Counselling & Life Works service
All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer. This is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG clearance; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector.
All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.
Closing Date: 11th Sept 2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time).
Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Mental Health Care
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