Support Practitioner - Driver with access to own vehicle

Start a career that makes a difference, packed full of job satisfaction! If you share our values and are live in or around the Carluke and Lanark area, then we want to hear from you!

Our fabulous Carluke and Lanark team are on the lookout for compassionate and creative individuals with a positive attitude to join them as Support Practitioners.

You don't need experience in care to start your career with us; we recruit on values and transferrable skills. We'll give you all the training you need to be an amazing Support Practitioner including a fully funded SVQ.

The Role

Due to the nature of the role, we can only accept applicants who drive with access to their own vehicle.

As a Support Practitioner, you will assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and/or additional support needs in all aspects of their daily lives, including support with medication and finances, housework, meal preparation, cooking and personal care.

The people we support have a variety of different hobbies which we'll be looking to you to take an active interest in, from going out for a tasty bite or catching the latest movie to a gym session or group activity, the list is endless.

Have an empathetic and caring nature.
Good observation skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Confidence in using computers.
Be able to work well in a team environment and on your own.
Good organisational skills.

Generous annual leave.
TRFS rewards scheme (includes cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers).
Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance.
Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care.
Refer a Friend scheme- £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague.
Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer and ensure a positive working environment.
Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.
HSF Health Care plan.
Counselling & Life Works service.