Bank Support Practitioner

Make a positive difference in someone’s life by becoming a Support Practitioner with The Richmond Fellowship Scotland in our Tain services and helping support the people who need it most in our communities! We have the opportunity to join our team as a Bank Support Practitioner working across our Tain services. We are only able to consider applications from female candidates due to the nature of the service. You do not need to have worked in care to apply as we will invest in your qualifications and provide full training through our award-winning learning & development team prior to starting. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us. About the Role: Your responsibilities as a Support Practitioner could include: Social Support - Assisting individuals to engage with their communities by planning and attending outings to various clubs and leisure activities such as day centres, bowling, cinema, swimming etc. Medical Support - Administering and monitoring medication. Personal Care - Assist people to maintain their wellbeing by promoting their personal care which would include assistance with showering/bathing, dressing, arranging visits with professionals such as dentists, doctors or opticians, assisting with incontinence care. Practical Support - Helping people to maintain their tenancy by encouraging daily household tasks such as general housework, laundry, ironing, cooking, shopping. Benefits: Generous annual leave TRFS Rewards Scheme - cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers Refer a Friend scheme - £150 reward for successfully referring a friend, family member or colleague Career development - ongoing training as well as finance and support to help you achieve your SVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care in-house Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union HSF Health Care plan & counselling support Counselling & Life Works service All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer- this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, and PVG. Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post. All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date. PVG checks will be required of all successful applicants; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector. Closing Date: 15th Oct 2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time)