Support Practitioner

Are you on the look out for a rewarding flexible job where you can make a difference in the lives of others? Look no further as we have a great opportunity for you!

Our #TeamBirchview relief pool is growing, so we've now got relief job opportunities in Elgin. The great thing about our relief contracts is they give you flexibility. You tell us when you're available and we would then try to give you shifts to fit.

Shift Patterns

We provide dedicated around the clock support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so our shift patterns do involve early mornings, evenings, weekends, public holidays, sleepovers and waking nights.

The role, the team and the individuals you'll support

As a relief colleague, you will play an important part in our team, ensuring that we still provide the best care and support possible during times of staff training, holidays and absence.

You'll become part of a fun, friendly team who provide short-term respite care for individuals with various physical and learning disabilities. Our team are dedicated to make sure that everyone’s stay is one to remember.

Your aim will be to give support with all aspects of daily living, encouraging independence and helping them to reach their goals and potential. You’ll also support the individuals to take part in various activities throughout their stay, including bowling, going to the cinema and going out for a cuppa to name a few.

Being a Support Practitioner is more than just a job, there's no better feeling than going home after every shift knowing that you've made a positive difference in someone's life.

Why you'll love this job

• You'll have a job that actually matters
• You'll build meaningful relationships
• You'll see the difference you make in someone's confidence, independence and happiness
• We'll provide full paid training, no experience is needed
• You're not just a number here; we have a supportive culture
• Every day is different, no two shifts are ever the same
• You can be yourself and be proud of what you do
• There are opportunities to grow and develop if you want to
• We'll fund your yearly SSSC registration fees

What makes Cornerstone a great place to work

Along with hosting our annual Star Awards to celebrate and recognise the impact and dedication of our colleagues and the achievements of the people we support, there's some other great perks that'll you receive when you join our team: -

• You'll have a meaningful job doing things that you enjoy - it often doesn't feel like work
• Your job actually changes and improves lives - you'll make a difference in your local community
• We have a culture of empowering our colleagues and teamwork
• No uniform - we wear our own casual clothes
• We fund up to £500 towards driving lessons
• We reimburse your yearly SSSC registration fees
• Access to funded qualifications through our SQA approved, award winning Training Academy
• Ongoing continued professional development and career progression opportunities
• Recommend a colleague bonus scheme
• Long service awards
• Access to a 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline
• 26 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years) plus 4 paid bank holidays
• Family friendly leave options, including family, parental, bereavement and special leave
• Access to lots of discounts, including the cinema, gym memberships, holidays and shopping to name a few