Relief Support Practitioner - Coatbridge

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 North Lanarkshire pool is growing, so we've now got relief job opportunities available in Coatbridge. The great thing about our relief contracts is the flexibility that it gives you. You tell us when you're available and we would then try to give you shifts to fit.

The Role

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.

The main purpose of your role will be supporting adults with learning disabilities to maintain their own tenancies who have a disability and/or additional support as well as all aspects of their daily living, e.g. shopping, finances, cooking, housework and personal care.

The people we support enjoy various hobbies and activities. In a typical day you could be involved in arts & crafts, gardening, cooking, cinema trips, discos, meals and days out.

About You

You don't need experience to join our team, we recruit on values and transferrable skills. We'll pay you for your training and give you all the practical skills that you'll need. We'll even fund your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification and yearly SSSC registration fees!

All we need you to bring is: -

• A caring and compassionate attitude
• Active listening skills
• Great communication skills
• A positive approach to learning
• Confidence in the use of computers

Have any questions? If you'd like to find out more, please contact Lauren O'Shea on 07970156118

Sound interesting? Well what are you waiting for? Apply today! We're waiting to hear from you.

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.