Looking for a new job where you can make a real difference and be a person that someone can rely on?
You're in luck as our amazing #TeamColtpark in Bishopbriggs are on the look out for a new creative, patient and reliable *female colleague with a good sense of humour on a 25 hours per week, permanent basis.
Our team and the individuals you'll support
You'll become part of a dedicated, friendly team who provides invaluable support to four amazing individuals with various support needs in their own shared home.
You'll build genuine relationships with them and be part of moments that really matter; whether it's providing support to cook a meal, achieve a goal, try something new or just feel understood.
In addition to supporting with all aspects of their daily living, you'll also support them with their hobbies and interests too, including music, cooking, TV shows, horses and going out and about on public transport.
Being a Support Practitioner is more than just a job, there's no better feeling than going home after every shift knowing that you've made a positive difference in someone's life.
Why you'll love this job
1. You'll have a job that actually matters
2. You'll build meaningful relationships
3. You'll feel proud of what you do
4. You'll see the difference you make in someone's confidence, independence and happiness
5. We'll provide full paid training, no experience is needed
6. You're not just a number here; we have a supportive culture
7. Every day is different, no two shifts are ever the same
8. You can be yourself and be proud of what you do
9. There are opportunities to grow and develop if you want to
About you
You don't need experience to start your career with us; we recruit on values and we'll give you all the training you'll need if you're successful. We'll pay you for your training and will even fund your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification and SSSC registration & PVG fees too!
What we'll need you to bring
10. Good listening and communication skills
11. A caring attitude and approach
12. A positive approach to learning
13. Willing to learn the interests of others and find new ways to explore these
14. The ability to cook (baking would be a bonus too!)
Shift patterns
Our team provides support twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Our shift patterns consists of mostly mid shifts 10am until 5pm, however there may time we'll need you to cover a sleepover shift which is 10am until 10am the following day.
What makes Cornerstone a great place to work
Along with hosting our annual to celebrate and recognise the impact and dedication of our colleagues and the achievements of the people we support, there's some other great perks that'll you receive when you join our team: -
15. You'll have a meaningful job doing things that you enjoy - it often doesn't feel like work
16. Your job actually changes and improves lives - you'll make a difference in your local community
17. We have a culture of empowering our colleagues and teamwork
18. No uniform - we wear our own casual clothes
19. We fund up to £ towards driving lessons
20. We reimburse your yearly SSSC registration & PVG fees
21. Access to funded qualifications through our SQA approved, award winning Training Academy
22. Ongoing continued professional development and career progression opportunities
23. Recommend a colleague bonus scheme
24. Long service awards
25. Access to a 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline
26. 26 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years) plus 4 paid bank holidays
27. Family friendly leave options, including family, parental, bereavement and special leave
28. Access to lots of discounts, including the cinema, gym memberships, holidays and shopping to name a few