Overview
Support Practitioner Female Only role at The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in Newtonmore. Make a positive difference in someone’s life by becoming a Support Practitioner with The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in our Newtonmore services and helping support the people who need it most in our communities! We are looking for someone to join our team on a full or part time basis. 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.
All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date. All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer—this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector. The closing date is 22 September 2025 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time).
Responsibilities
* Social Support - Assisting individuals to engage with their communities by planning and attending outings to various clubs and leisure activities such as day centres, bowling, cinema, swimming etc.
* Medical Support - Administering and monitoring medication.
* Personal Care - Assist people to maintain their wellbeing by promoting their personal care which would include assistance with showering/bathing, dressing, arranging visits with professionals such as dentists, doctors or opticians, assisting with incontinence care.
* Practical Support - Helping people to maintain their tenancy by encouraging daily household tasks such as 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 plus 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
* Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union
* HSF Health Care plan & counselling support
* Counselling & Life Works service
Role Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Health Care Provider
* Industries: Mental Health Care
Closing Date: 22nd September 2025 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time)
Equal Opportunity
Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post.
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