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Make a positive difference in someone’s life by joining The Richmond Fellowship Scotland!

Due to continued expansion, our fantastic team are on the lookout for a compassionate and creative individual with a positive attitude to join us as Waken Nights Support Practitioner on a part-time basis (24 hours per week), based in Glenrothes.

About Us:

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised and outcome-focused support to over 2800 individuals in their own homes across Scotland, making us the country's largest provider of social care. We support individuals with a variety of different needs such as physical and/or learning disabilities, ongoing mental health issues, alcohol or substance abuse and autism. Some of the people we support can present challenging behavior or require a high level of personal care.

The Role:

As a Support Practitioner, you will support two male service users with learning disabilities, autism, ADHD and epilepsy in their own homes. Their support needs include personal care, preparing breakfast, completing household tasks and checks throughout the night.

To be part of our team, we’ll need you to:

• Have an empathetic and caring nature
• Good organisation and observation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Confidence in using computers
• Be able to work well in a team environment and on your own
• A good level of physical fitness in order to complete CALMS training
• Experience in care is highly desirable

Requirements:

This role will involve working two 12 hour shifts (9pm-9am) per week. There will be an expectation to work day shifts to begin with to undertake training.

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave
• Opportunity to gain a SVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care
• Cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers
• Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance
• Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care
• Refer a Friend scheme - £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague
• Employee forum for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer and ensure a positive working environment
• Free membership of Glasgow Credit Union
• HSF Health Care plan
• Counselling and Life Works service

Closing Date: 16/2/2026

We’re looking to fill this post as soon as possible and reserve the right to close the advert if suitable candidates are found before the advert closes. To avoid disappointment, pop your application in early.

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. All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.

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.

Please note, our smoking policy applies to this role. Please contact scoupland@trfs.org.uk if you have any questions.

We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.

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

Join us and be part of something bigger!

Support Practitioner - Waken nights

Glenrothes, Fife, United Kingdom

KY6 2LS

£26,162 per year

Permanent - Part-time

Posted today

Closing date: 17/02/2026

Job reference: SC1480083GleSPWN

Support Practitioner - Waken nights

Glenrothes, Fife, United Kingdom

£26,162 per year

Evening & Weekend Support Practitioner

Be part of a team that makes a real difference for families!

Part-Time, 27hrs (approx.)
ST1 | £13.06ph

Are you looking for a new challenge?  Do you want to be part of a team that makes a difference to homeless and vulnerable families?

Join our team of dedicated staff at Gingerbread Family Support!

Overview:

Using a trauma-informed and holistic approach, you will support families within the accommodation to reach their full potential and to gain valuable life skills, enabling families to successfully move on to independent living.

You will promote independence, and the family will be at the heart of all you do.

You will coordinate with Family Practitioners to carry out support sessions, to promote all aspects of a healthy lifestyle including; routines, positive-parenting, healthy eating, money management and resettlement sessions.

You will need:

• to act as a positive role model to others
• to be IT literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• to have excellent communication skills
• to have excellent attention to detail
• knowledge of homelessness issues
• an NVQ Level II in a relevant area is desirable

Hours: Working on a 2 week rolling rota;

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday 4.00pm – 10.00pm and Saturday, Sunday 9.00am – 10.00pmWeek 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 4.00pm – 10.00pm

Salary: £13.06 per hour

To apply, please send a completed application form and covering letter to HR@gingerbreadcentre.co.uk.

Closing Date for Applications: Wednesday 4^th February 2026

Date of Interviews: TBC

Job Description

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:                    Evening and Weekend Support Practitioner

Accountable to:         Chief Executive Officer

Responsible to:         Accommodation Manager /Head of Services

Based at:                    Catherine Court

Hours of Work:          27 hours per week

Salary:                       £13.06 per hour

Principle Objectives

Using a Trauma Informed and Holistic approach, you will support families within the
accommodation to reach their full potential and to gain valuable life skills, enabling families
to move on to independent living successfully.
You will promote each individuals independence in a person-centered manner and the family
will be at the heart of all you do.

Catherine Court is a registered Ofsted provider of supported accommodation.

You will coordinate with Family Practitioners and carry out support sessions, on an individual
or group basis, to promote all aspects of a positive, healthy lifestyle including healthy
routines, positive parenting, healthy eating, resettlement sessions and managing money.

As  an  Evening  and  Weekend  Support  Practitioner,  you  will  work  on  a  rota-system  in  the
evenings and weekends, including Bank Holidays, working extra shifts when required to cover
sickness and annual leave.

Your main work will be at Catherine Court but you may be required to work at other
Gingerbread premises.

Support Practitioner Responsibilities

•  To work within the guidelines and expectations of Ofsted
•  To read Service User case notes at the beginning of each shift to be aware of the

changing needs of all Service Users

•  To read Support Plans and action any Support Work allocated to you in a timely and

effective manner

•  To be responsible for admissions of service users during your shift and welcoming

them to the accommodation ensuring the family are shown the building, facilities and
how to use appliances.

•  To visit each family during your shift and to attend to routine enquiries, providing

support where necessary, whilst promoting independence

•  To facilitate residents meetings where all housing related matters can be discussed
•  To support and aid the emotional and physical wellbeing of families with a person

centered approach in order for them to progress

•  To complete a ‘Handover’ to the next staff on duty following your shift regarding all

families

•  To work with families on a one to one basis and in group activities to promote

independence and the development of life skills

•  To ensure that residents are maintaining good home conditions and to put into place

any support identified in this area in conjunction with Support Plans

•  To empower Service Users to understand their individual circumstances and to make

any changes, if necessary, to move on to a settled and positive future

•  To keep factual and up to date records in line with Gingerbread’s procedures
•  To complete robust Risk Plans in conjunction with the Accommodation Manger which

will support a family at significant times

•  To promote and encourage independence leading to a family being ready and able to

move on to independent living

•  To work in a professional capacity with colleagues and other agencies, both statutory

and voluntary, building positive working relationships

•  To encourage and empower families to become involved in services within

Gingerbread and the wider community

•  To be responsible for giving verbal warnings, when necessary, in line with

Gingerbreads procedures and the license agreement

•  To be responsible for Health & Safety as set down in the Health & Safety Policy of

the Gingerbread Centre and in compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974

•  To act as a positive role model to others in accordance with Gingerbread’s Ethos

Safeguarding

•  To keep up to date with and work in accordance to Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent
Safeguarding  procedures  to  ensure  the  safety  and  protection  of  all  children,  young
people and adults

•  To  report  any  safeguarding  concerns  to  relevant  agencies  and  Accommodation

Manager / DSL in a timely manner keeping factual and relevant documentation

Administration

•  To keep up to date, factual and accurate records
•  To provide information and statistics when required
•  To maintain regular contact with appropriate statutory and voluntary agencies
•  To support Family Practitioners and Accommodation Manager to prepare reports, as

and when requested, in conjunction with the Management Team

•  To be responsible for your own documentation of lieu time, over time and mileage
•  To understand Data Protection and maintain confidentially at all times

Development and Training

•  To  be  willing  to  undertake  individual  specialist  training  in  areas  such  as  Trauma
Informed Practice, Safeguarding, Domestic Abuse, Substance Misuse, Mental Health,
and any other areas deemed appropriate, as part of your own personal development
and the specialist ...

Free physiotherapy

Discount opportunities

Christmas savings scheme

Salary £12.60 per hour

Location Quarriers Village, Bridge of Weir

Expiry 28/01/2026 23:59

This is a Relief Contract, Part Time vacancy that will close in 9 days at 23:59 GMT.

The Vacancy

Are you dedicated to supporting children and young people?​ Looking for work where every shift brings purpose, connection, and joy?Join our team at Countryview, Quarriers’ short breaks (respite) service for children and young people aged 5–20 with a additional support needs.

Your new opportunity 

We are currently recruiting Relief Intensive Support Practitioners to help us create safe, fun, and meaningful experiences for the children we support.

Quarriers Countryview provides short breaks for children and young people with:

• Complex medical needs
• Physical and learning disabilities
• Autism and neurodiverse conditions
• Trauma‑related and emotional needs

Countryview is more than a service — it’s a place for play, growth, laughter, and connection.

As a Relief Intensive Support Practitioner, you will:

• Create safe, nurturing, and fun experiences for every child
• Support personal care, therapeutic routines, and daily living (full training provided)
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals
• Encourage play, sensory exploration, outdoor activities, and skill‑building
• Provide calm, compassionate support during times of distress

Your presence gives families the chance to rest, knowing their child is in safe & caring place. .

Working pattern: Quarriers is offering relief contracts to people who can support the service on an ADHOC basis and when extra support is needed. The service operates 24/7 with staff covering early. late, sleepover and waking night shifts. Availability to support the service during weekends is required. 

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for people who are:

• Warm, compassionate, and child‑centred
• Creative, playful, and willing to get involved
• Reliable, flexible, and great team players
• Comfortable supporting children with a range of complex needs

Care experience is helpful — but your values, attitude, and willingness to learn are what matter most.

What you’ll get in return

• Full induction and training
• Opportunities to build skills and develop your career
• Concerts for Carers registration
• Blue Light Card membership
• A supportive, welcoming team environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day

At Countryview, we don’t just provide care — we create memories.

Successful applicants must be willing to join the PVG Scheme and register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting.Quarriers is Investors in People Platinum accreditation.

About Us

Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.

Benefits

Free physiotherapy and occupational health

24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme

Non-contributory life assurance scheme

Workplace pension

Christmas savings scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Long service rewards

Significant discount opportunities

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• Area:South Ayrshire
• Pay:£12.80 per hour
• Closing Date:31st January 2026
• Interview Date:TBC

Hi, my name is Fern. I am looking for new team members to join my all *female team.

I have my own home in Ayr and as I have a visual impairment I need support with keeping my house neat and tidy. I have a wee dog called pooch who needs walked every day so I am looking for team members who can come on long walks with us. I love cars and have been driven around a racetrack in a racing car… what a buzz that was. I have my own car I don’t need a racing driver, but I do need confident drivers who are able to support me to various events including attending comedy clubs in Glasgow.

I follow one of the Scottish Premiere league football teams and enjoy a bit of banter around football. I am currently recovering from an operation on my back so need some additional help getting around, with the use of a walking aid. I need team members to be patient and support me to rebuild my confidence while encouraging me become more active. I am trying to live a healthier lifestyle and have a real interest in baking and home cooked food so if you have experience in this area that would be great. I have a passion for horses and although I am not currently able to go horse-riding, this is one of my long term goals.

I feel I am easy to be around and enjoy the company of others. I don’t need people to have lots of experience but do need team members who are keen to learn about how best to support me.

Includes evening and weekend work.

Usual hours of work are 9am until 9pm Monday to Sunday

*This position has a “genuine occupational requirement” covered under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 and therefore, only applicants from females requested.

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School-Home Support Practitioner (school-based support worker)

Location: Holy Trinity C of E Primary, Manchester, M9 4DU

Hours: 5 days per week, Term Time Only + inset days

Salary: £19,733 - £22,274

Closing date: Monday 26 January 2026

Interview dates:  Wednesday 28th January 2026 (online interview)

2nd Stage interviews: Week commencing Monday 2nd February to Friday 6 February 2026 (in person at the setting)

This is a permanent position

Our mission at School-Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes. Is this a mission for you? Yes? Then read on. 

We are looking for a Support Practitioner to join our team and to make a difference in children’s lives every single day. As the Family Support Practitioner, you will work in close partnership with school staff to deliver a programme of casework to promote and improve educational outcomes for the children and their families we support. You will also focus your support to help improve attendance, punctuality and engagement in learning.

You will have excellent relationship-building and communications skills with a proven ability to communicate with a wide group of people.

You’ll have previous experience of:

• working and engaging with parents, carers or guardians, children or individuals through individual and/or group-based support
• Providing expert pastoral support
• working in an educational or outreach environment
• working effectively with social and emotional factors affecting a child’s capacity to learn
• working with families from diverse communities

We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. To find out more about our current initiatives and offerings, please view our EDI & Wellbeing initiatives document which you can find here.

As an employer, we offer:

• Employee assistance programme
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme

For an informal and confidential chat about the role please email recruitment@shs.org.uk or call HR on 020 7426 5000.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please email recruitment@shs.org.uk or call HR on 020 7426 5000 if you need any special arrangements or adjustments to help you take part in this recruitment process.

School-Home Support​ ​takes very seriously, the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. Our safeguarding policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. All roles at SHS are subject to a DBS Check.

SHS Family Support Practitioner

Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

M9 4DU

£19,733 to £22,274 per year

Permanent - Full-time

Posted today

Closing date: 27/01/2026

Job reference: PO1418605ManSFSP

Documents

Job Description.pdf

SHS Family Support Practitioner

Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

£19,733 to £22,274 per year

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Make a positive difference in someone’s life by joining The Richmond Fellowship Scotland!

Our fantastic team are on the lookout for compassionate and creative individuals with a positive attitude to join them as Support Practitioners.

You don't need experience in care to start your career with us; we recruit on values and transferrable skills. We’ll give you all the training you need to be an amazing Support Practitioner including a fully funded SVQ.

About Us:

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised and outcome-focused support to over 2800 individuals in their own homes across Scotland, making us the country's largest provider of social care. We support individuals with a variety of different needs such as physical and/or learning disabilities, ongoing mental health issues, alcohol or substance abuse and autism. Some of the people we support can present challenging behavior or require a high level of personal care.

The Role:

Due to the nature of the role, we can only accept female applicants who drive with access to their own vehicle.

As a Support Practitioner, you will assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and/or additional support needs in all aspects of their daily lives, including support with medication and finances, housework, meal preparation, cooking and personal care.

The people we support have a variety of different hobbies which we’ll be looking to you to take an active interest in, from going out for a tasty bite or catching the latest movie to a gym session or group activity, the list is endless.

To be part of our team, we’ll need you to:

• Have an empathetic and caring nature.
• Good observation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in using computers.
• Be able to work well in a team environment and on your own.
• Good organisational skills.
  

Benefits

• Generous annual leave.
• TRFS rewards scheme (includes cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers).
• Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance.
• Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care.
• Refer a Friend scheme- £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague.
• Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer and ensure a positive working environment.
• Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.
• HSF Health Care plan.
• Counselling & Life Works service.

We’re looking to fill this post as soon as possible and reserve the right to close the advert if suitable candidates are found before the advert closes. To avoid disappointment, pop your application in early.

Closing Date: 16th Feb 2026
 

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. All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.

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.

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

Join us and be part of something bigger!

Please note, our smoking policy applies to this role. Please contact (lbredin@trfs.org.uk) if you have any questions.

Support Practitioner -Female driver only

Carluke and Lanark

ML11 9ET

£26,162 per year

Permanent - Full-time

Posted today

Closing date: 17/02/2026

Job reference: LB1479605CarSPDO

Support Practitioner -Female driver only

Carluke and Lanark

£26,162 per year

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SHS Family Support Practitioner

Location: Rokesly Infant and Junior School, N8 8NH.

Hours: 2 days Rokesly infants/Juniors TTO plus Inset Days

Salary:  £8,985 - £10,001 per annum, depending on experience

Closing date: 23rd January 2026 

Interview dates: WC 26th January 2026

2nd stage: TBC

This post is a permanent position

Our mission at School-Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes. Is this a mission for you? Yes? Then read on. 

We are looking for a Family Support Worker to join our team and to make a difference in children's lives every single day. As the Family Support Worker, you will work directly with families, in partnership with school staff to help improve attendance, punctuality and engagements in learning. You will also deliver a programme of casework to promote and improve educational outcomes for the children and their families we support. 

You will have excellent relationship building and communications skills with a proven ability to communicate with a wide group of individuals. This is an exciting role and vital to our success in achieving our goals. 

You’ll have previous experience of: 

• providing expert pastoral support
• working and engaging with parents, carers or guardians, children or individuals through individual and/or group-based support
• Working with hard to reach families
• working in an educational or outreach environment
• working effectively with social and emotional factors affecting a child’s capacity to learn
• working with families from diverse communities

We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. To find out more about our current initiatives and offerings, please view our EDI & Wellbeing initiatives document which you can find here.

As an employer we offer:

• Employee assistance programme
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme

For an informal and confidential chat about the role please email recruitment@shs.org.uk or call HR on 020 7426 5000.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.  Please email recruitment@shs.org.uk or call HR on 020 7426 5000 if you need any special arrangements or adjustments to help you take part in this recruitment process.  

School-Home Support​ ​takes very seriously the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. Our safeguarding policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. All roles at SHS are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

SHS Family Support Practitioner

London

N8 8NH

£8,985 to £10,001 per year

Permanent - Part-time

Posted today

Closing date: 24/01/2026

Job reference: PO1476080LonSFSP

Documents

Job Description - Rokesly Junior School SHS Practitioner.pdf

SHS Family Support Practitioner

London

£8,985 to £10,001 per year

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SHS Family Support Practitioner (School Practitioner) 

Location: One in a Million Free School, Bradford.

Hours:  35 hours per week - 5 days per week. Monday - Friday term time only plus inset days, plus 4 weeks (20 working days) to be completed over the school holidays.

Salary: £24,271 - £27,020 per annum depending on experience (This is the actual salary)

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date: 2 February 2026

Interview dates: 1st Stage Interviews will be held online on between 2nd and 6th February 2026, with the second interview in school the week commencing 9th February 2026.

Please note: We reserve the right to interview candidates prior to the closing date, and as such we encourage you to submit applications early to avoid disappointment.

Our mission at School-Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes. 

Is this a mission for you? Yes? Then read on. 

We are looking for a Family Support Worker to join our team and to make a difference in children's lives every single day. As a Family Support Worker, you will work in close partnership with families and school staff to deliver a programme of casework to promote and improve educational outcomes for the children we support.

You will also focus your support to help improve attendance, punctuality, engagement in learning, improved behaviour in school and the local community, as well as improving social and emotional regulation and well-being.

You will have excellent relationship-building and communication skills with a proven ability to communicate with a wide group of people. 

You’ll have previous experience of: 

• Working and engaging with parents, carers or guardians, children or individuals through individual and/or group-based support

• Working in an educational or outreach environment

• Working effectively with social and emotional factors affecting a child’s capacity to learn

• Delivering family support

• Working with families from diverse communities

We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. To find out more about our current initiatives and offerings, please view our EDI & Wellbeing initiatives document which you can find here.

As an employer we offer:

• Employee assistance programme

• Life assurance

• Pension scheme

For an informal and confidential chat about the role, please email recruitment@shs.org.uk 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.  Please email recruitment@shs.org.uk or call HR on 020 7426 5000 if you need any special arrangements or adjustments to help you take part in this recruitment process.  

School-Home Support​ ​takes very seriously the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. Our safeguarding policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. All roles at SHS are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

SHS Family Support Practitioner

Bradford

BD8 7DX

£24,271 to £27,020 per year

Permanent - Full-time

Posted yesterday

Closing date: 03/02/2026

Job reference: PO1418141BraSFSP

SHS Family Support Practitioner

Bradford

£24,271 to £27,020 per year

• Ref:AP/LM/ZM
• Area:East Renfrewshire
• Pay:£12.80 per hour Plus sleepover
• Closing Date:26th January 2026
• Interview Date:TBC

Anna is young woman who lives in East Renfrewshire in her first home of her own. Anna has started to build up relationships within her local area from going to groups, resource centres and the local shops. Anna enjoys being out and about meeting new people. She enjoys visiting new places and learning about new things

People who know Anna say she is very artistic, friendly with a great sense of humour and a pleasure to be around. Anna likes to know what is going on and likes clear communication. Anna enjoys spending time with her family, arts and crafts, dancing, Disney films, spending time on her laptop and going out for drives in her car.

We are looking for Support Practitioners who can:

• Work in a person-centred way
• Understand the importance of multi-agency working
• Understand all behaviour is communication
• Demonstrate excellent communication, listening and written skills
• Promote strong community networking
• Be forward thinking and motivated

This post requires a clean full driving licence and the ability to drive a Motability vehicle.

Desirable:
• An understanding or experience of supporting adults with learning disabilities
• An understanding of Autism
• Full Driving Licence
• SVQ Level 2/3 in Social Care (or equivalent) or willing to work towards this

If you would like an informal discussion about this post, please contact Laura Munro on 07765246398

You can only be appointed for this post if you are registered with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and are able to register with the Scottish Social Services Council when required for your post.

 *For this position, gender is a “Genuine Occupational Requirement” in line with the Equality Act 2010.

• Ref:TD/VP
• Area:South Ayrshire
• Pay:12.80 per hour
• Closing Date:25th January 2026
• Interview Date:TBC

Veronica is an outgoing, friendly, chatty and active young woman who lives in her own home in Prestwick.

Veronica loves spending time with her family, singing, shopping, horse riding, attending groups and general girly things.

Veronica is looking for someone who:

• Is flexible in working times, as post includes evening, weekends and sleepovers.
• Is confident promoting clear and consistent boundaries
• Has the ability to stick to and promote structure and routines
• Has the strength of character to adapt to challenging situations
• Is a strong community connector
• Has a good sense of humour and is good fun
• Is adventurous, forward thinking and motivated
• Is patient, a good listener, and good communicator

• Can motivate and support Valerie to take care of her home
• Is a dedicated person who will help her lead life to the full
• Is patient
• Is fit and active who enjoys the outdoors

Essential for the Support Practitioner role is that you can demonstrate the following:

• Understands and works in a person centred way
• Understands the importance of family involvement
• Understands all behaviour is communication
• Has excellent communication and written skills

Desirable

• An understanding or experience of supporting adults with learning disabilities
• SVQ Level 2/3 in Social Care (or equivalent) or willing to work towards this

This role involves shift work including evening, weekends, sleepovers and public holidays.

You can only be appointed for this post if you are registered with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and are able to register with the Scottish Social Services Council when required for your post.

If you would like an informal discussion before applying, please call Tracey Dempster on 01563 825555 or 07811 452 378 during office hours.

*This position has a “genuine occupational requirement” covered under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 and therefore only applications from females requested.

This position comes under the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions order)

Support Practitioner Homeless Service

• Job Reference: 00004486-1
• Date Posted: 9 January 2026
• Recruiter: YMCA Together
• Location: Liverpool
• Salary: £27,924.41
• Role: Frontline jobs
• Job type: Permanent
• Work hours: Full Time

Job Description

Support Worker

Location: Homeless Service

Salary: £27,924.41 per annum

Hours: 38.4 hrs per week, averaging out at 37.5 over the year, Mix of early, late and weekend shifts on a rolling rota, including weekends and bank holidays

Job Type: Permanent/Fixed Term

Shortlisting; TBC

Interview: TBC

Why this role would be great for you

As a Support Worker at YMCA Together, you will be an empathetic and caring individual dedicated to providing unconditional support to those experiencing homelessness and the effects of past traumatic incidents. Your role will involve creating a safe environment that empowers residents to make positive changes in their lives.

Everyone goes through periods of crisis at some point, and some individuals require additional support to navigate these challenging times. Your responsibility will be to assist our clients in a trauma-informed manner, enabling them to progress, whether that means following a recovery pathway or transitioning to more independent living. You will work as part of a team to achieve these goals alongside the person you are supporting, ensuring you always work with a person-centred approach

What your week may look like

· Welcoming new residents in line with the service’s policies and procedures, carrying out risk assessments and support plans

· Ensuring the basic needs of residents are met, including good quality accommodation and facilities, healthy food, advice and guidance and activities

· Maintaining excellent relationships with our key referrers, responding to referrals promptly and communicating daily with external agencies on behalf of the residents

· Work alongside the people in our services to ensure they are getting the best out of their stay

· Holding daily activities in service and encouraging participation, and ensuring involvement from the residents

· Carrying out the immediate support needs of residents as appropriate, providing crisis intervention where necessary and working with services

· Ensuring all health and safety and maintenance issues are raised promptly

· Participating in team meetings, supervision and reflective practice, encouraging open, honest and transparent feedback where continuous improvement is encouraged.

· Being flexible and responsive to the changing needs of the service, ensuring our SHREK values runs through all of the work that you do

· Promoting a supportive and inclusive culture within the service, valuing people and their diversity.

What can we offer you

Working with YMCA Together comes will a whole host of benefits. We hope that people will find deep personal fulfilment and purpose by working with alongside people in our services. Our teams are compassionate and supportive, fostering a strong sense of community. With opportunities for professional growth, YMCA together offers training to support your role and personal development. For a full list of benefits see here: Careers Page | YMCA Together

The skills we are looking for

· EXPERIENCE– Ideally, you will have a background of working within a charity, community project and/or previous involvement in homeless service or working with women with complex behaviours. You will know about supporting people with challenging and complex behaviours, including substance misuse and Mental Health, within a 24-hour residential support service

· KNOWLEDGE – A basic understanding of relevant and appropriate legislation, including welfare benefits and housing law. An understanding of health and safety requirements in the workplace

· COMMUNICATION – Excellent communication, fostering a respectful, collaborative and professional approach to the people who you work alongside, ensuring confidentiality at all times

· EMPATHY and RESPECT – The ability to empower people to make positive changes, showing empathy whilst maintaining professional boundaries

· COMMITMENT – The ability to work in an innovative and solutions-focused way, including reflecting and learning as you go, and a willingness to flex and adapt approaches as needed

· ORGANISATION – Strong time management and the abi...

Get in touch!

Here at Partners for Inclusion we welcome your call to help us understand what it is you need and how we can assist you. Call Dale Anderson or Zoe MacDonald, our Senior Service Leaders on 01563 825 555 who shall be happy to assist you.

"Everything is very centred around people and dealt with swiftly. Support is excellent and the family is always listened to and involved." - Parent of a person we support