Support Practitioner (Driver)
- Location:
- St. Monicas R C Presbytery, 32 Sharp Ave, ML5 5RP
- Salary:
- £21,294 per year part-time, pro rata
- Contract Type:
- Permanent
- Position Type:
- Part Time
- Hours:
- 22 hours per week
Looking for an amazing new job with satisfaction that you'd struggle to find anywhere else? If you share our values and have great banter this could be the role for you!
Our amazing #TeamNLSLEdzell are on the lookout for a proactive and creative individual with a good sense of humour and a positive approach to join them as a Support Practitioner.
It would be great if you have experience supporting someone with complex needs however this isn't a deal breaker as we recruit on values and we'll pay you for your training and give you all the practical skills you'll need. We'll even put you through your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification too!âââââââ
The person âââââââwe support has their own mobility car so it is essential you hold a full UK, manual driving licence with at least one year experience of driving.
The Role
The great thing about this job is no two days are ever the same. You'll become part of a small, friendly and dedicated team who support a lady in her own home. As a Support Practitioner, youâll play a crucial role in supporting with all aspects of daily living including support with housework, administration of medication, assistance with personal care and the management of personal finances.
The lady we support enjoys a active social life and has a busy calendar with lots of activities in the community, she is best know for her infectious laugh that lights up any room, funny jokes and her ever changing nail polish colour.
âââââââYour main aims will be providing one to one support with daily living, encouraging independence and helping each individual to reach their goals and full potential.
âââââââAll weâll need you to bring is;
- A full driving licence
- A caring and compassionate attitude
- The ability to work well in a team
- Good communication and organisational skills
- A positive attitude with a willingness to learn
- An understanding of the importance of routines and guidelines
- Confidence in the use of computers
Shift Patterns
Our dedicated team provide support 7 days a week and typical shifts are typical shifts are 900 - 1830 apart from Fridays which are 0900 - 13.00 and 16.30 - 22.00.
âââââââSound interesting? What are you waiting for? Apply today, we can't wait to hear from you!
Shortlisted candidates will be invited along to an interview at our Airdrie office on Monday 3rd or Tuesday 4th April 2023.âââââââ
Have any questions? If you'd like to find out more, please contact Claire Fleming on 01236 918800
âââââââSuccessful candidates will be required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and be committed to working towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with the support from our Training Academy.
If youâre successful in joining our team, we will need you to register with the SSSC within 6 months of starting your employment with us.
Cornerstone welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce.