Senior Support Worker - Must have Full Licence and Car

abrintl; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Senior Support Worker - Must have Full Licence and Car

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We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Senior Support Worker.

Applicants are required to have a full clean manual UK Drivers license and access to own vehicle.

You will be managing a team of support practitioners and involved in managing the daily aspects of services in your region.

An exciting role for an experienced care practitioner ready to take the next step up the career ladder or if you are already doing a similar role and are looking for a change. Here are some of the reasons to apply and join us.

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland is dedicated to making a real difference in supporting people with their everyday lives. We support 2800 people and each person we support is a unique individual meaning each support role will be different to the next giving you the chance to really make a difference in that person’s life.

About the Role: As a senior support worker your duties could involve managing and mentoring a team of support staff, identifying training needs, leading the writing of support plans, rota management and participating in review meetings. There will also be practical support with the person’s daily life, personal care or helping to promote a positive, active and healthy lifestyle to the individual you are supporting. We have 1 position based in Glenrothes/North East Fife & surrounding areas. For all Senior Support Worker roles we are looking for drivers with access to own vehicles due to the travel requirements of these roles. This vacancy is full time. Senior staff are expected to cover on-call duties (on a rotational basis). As a Senior member of staff, we would expect you to step in and assist with covering shifts. Please use the five application questions to demonstrate your understanding of the role and expectations of a Senior Support Worker.

Requirements: For this fantastic opportunity you will need:

• At least 2 years previous experience of supporting individuals within care,
• Experience of leading teams in a social care environment,
• Have or are working towards your SVQ level 3,
• Hold a full driving licence and have access to own vehicle.
  
  

Key Benefits

• TRFS rewards scheme (cash-back and discounts at various retailers)
• Refer a Friend scheme- £150 bonus!
• TRFS is an Equal Opportunity, Positive about Disabled People and a Living Wage Accredited Employer.
• TRFS has been awarded Gold by Investors in People.
  
  

All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer- this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG: having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector.

The successful applicant must also register with SSSC as a Supervisor in Care at Home and Housing Support Services on taking up the post.

Closing Date: 7.04.2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point)

Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post.

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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other
• Industries
• Individual and Family Services