Support Practitioner - Airdrie

Are you looking for a new job where you can make a difference every day? If you are keen for a fresh challenge then we want to hear from you!
Our fabulous #TeamWeavers is on the lookout for caring and motivated colleagues with a good sense of humour to them as a Support Practitioners on a permanent full-time (36 hours per week) basis.
The Role
As a Support Practitioner, you'll support the individuals with all aspects of daily living, including cooking, support to activities and appointments, managing personal finances, assisting with medication and personal care.
We'll also need you to take an active part in their hobbies and interests which include exploring new locations, going for walks, listening to music and arts & crafts. With your guidance and support, you'll help the people we support to maintain their own homes and be an active member of their local community.
Having a full, clean driving licence would be beneficial as some of the people we support have their own mobility cars they enjoy going out in but this isn;t a deal breaker!
About You
You don't need experience to start your career with us; we recruit on values and we'll give you all the training you'll need if you're successful. We'll pay you for your training and even fund your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification and yearly SSSC registration fees too!
What we need you to bring: -
A caring and compassionate attitude and approach
The ability to work well in a team and on your own initiative
Good communication skills
A positive attitude with a willingness to learn
Confidence in the use of computers
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Shift Patterns
As we're dedicated to providing the best support, tailored to the needs of each individual shift patterns usually fall within the hours of 0730-2200 hours and will include weekend and public holiday working on a rotational basis. Occasional waking nights may also form part of your rota if night cover was needed.
Sound interesting? What are you waiting for? Apply today, we can't wait to hear from you!
We are looking to fill these vacancies as soon as possible and reserve the right to close our advert early if we find suitable candidates before the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Have any questions? If you'd like to find out more, please contact Robyn Broadley on 01236 918800.
Successful 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 you’re successful in joining our team, we will need you to register with the SSSC within 3 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.

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