Support Practitioner - Dumbarton, United Kingdom - Cornerstone Community Care

Cornerstone Community Care

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Dumbarton, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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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 #TeamBaxter 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, part-time and relief basis.

The Role

Baxter View is a purpose build facility in Dumbarton where we provide support to eight individuals with complex support needs to live in their own flats.

This is an challenging and varied role, so if you're looking for a job where no two days are the same, this could be right up your street

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 interest 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.

About You
**What we'll need from you:
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Good communication skills
A caring attitude and approach
A positive approach to learning
An understanding of the importance of following routines and guidelines
The ability to cook
Confidence in the use of computers

**It would be great if you also have: - **- A full, clean driving license as some of the people we support have their own mobility cars and enjoy going out for drives.

Shift Patterns

Typically, shift patterns will fall between the hours of hours, but can vary on occasion if the individuals we support have events planned that they'd like to attend.

Weekends, public holidays and occasional waking nights will also form part of your rota on a rotational basis.

Have any questions? If you'd like to find out more, please contact
Chris Campbell on
**The advert will close on 3st May with interviews to be held on 13th June.