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Support Practitioner (Part-Time) – Seaboard (Care at Home Service)

Carr Gomm
Highland Council
2 days ago
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Support When It Counts – Become a Support Pracitioner with Carr Gomm in Seaboard.

Are you looking for a fulfilling role that makes a positive impact in your local community?

We’re hiring Support Practitioners to join our Seaboard Care at Home service, where every day, you’ll support people in maintaining their independence, wellbeing, and connection to their community.

What we are looking for

A good support work is responsive to individual needs, and your role will evolve to ensure the best outcomes for those you support. You will always have access to a manager and the wider team to discuss all aspects of the support you are providing. We are looking for someone who is:

Warm & honest Able to build trust and a safe environment Resilient and Patient; able to handle challenges and stay positive through them Empathetic and compassionate; always putting people first Motivated & respectful Creative & solution focused with the ability to think outside the box Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

About the Role

As a Support Practitioner you'll be the helping hand that people rely on. Your role involves supporting people to manage daily life. This will often include meal preparation, medication, administration and personal care as well as other aspects of their dailt lifes. Our role is not to do things for people, but to work with them.

Whilst experience is always welcome, full training (including SVQ qualifications) is provided alongside regular support and supervision from your Service Manager. The right values and motivation are essential; honesty, respect, empathy, and compassion are key skills that are required in people who join our teams.

Driving license is preferred.

What We Offer

You’ll be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and helps you grow in your role. Our benefits include:

Enhanced mileage payment of 45p per mile 35 days holiday per year, increasing to 40 days with length of service. £ Recommend a Friend Scheme (T&Cs apply) Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave A Defined Contribution pension scheme, with incremental employer contributions Free Blue Light Card (giving access to thousands of discounts and promotions) Access to the Carr Gomm App: which includes free physiotherapy, health coaching and counselling. Membership of a credit union Cycle to work scheme; and more!

Additionally, we support our permanent staff to achieve their SVQ in Health and Social Care. A great opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career with Carr Gomm.

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