Senior Practitioner

Ready to make a real impact? Join us as a Senior Practitioner, where you'll coordinate care transitions, mentor staff, and uphold the highest standards of service delivery.

As a Senior Practitioner, you will work closely with the Service Manager, undertaking delegated duties such as direct care provision and staff mentorship. You will ensure optimal staffing levels and adapt work plans to meet evolving user needs. Additionally, you will assist in overseeing service quality through practice observations, user feedback, and support plan audits.

A day in the life of a Senior Practitioner will involve:
Maximising independence through coordinating care at home.
Providing compassionate care in accordance with Care Inspectorate regulations, making a real difference in service users' lives.
Collaborating with the team to maintain optimal staffing levels and adapt work plans to evolving needs.
Empowering individuals by connecting them to additional resources and services, while also mentoring and supporting fellow team members.

A SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) (preferred).
PDA in Supervision (preferred).
Educated to N5 level (or equivalent by experience).
Willingness to work flexibly in accordance with the pattern set out in the duty rotas in place.
Ability to accept responsibility for the overall running of the service in the absence of a senior member of staff., Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

Driving Requirement: Full UK Driving License is required and access to a vehicle. Mileage paid.
Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is required within 3 months of starting the role.
A full Job description and Person Specification which includes a list of the essential criteria for the role are available for download.

Closing date for applications is 1st October 2024.

Please note that early application is encouraged, as we'll be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert in advance of the advertised closing date.

In return for your dedication and expertise, you'll get:

Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.
We are proud to participate in the disability confident scheme for roles based in the UK. During the application process, you will be asked if you wish to apply under the scheme.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.

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