Are you looking for a new job with satisfaction you'd struggle to find anywhere else? If you are keen for a fresh challenge then we want to hear from you We're on the lookout for caring, reliable and motivated colleagues to join us in Dumbarton as a Support Practitioners on a permanent full-time or part-time basis. We also have relief contracts too if you are looking for something a bit more flexible. The Role Based in our Baxter View service, you'll become part of a team who provides support to eight individuals with complex support needs to live in their own flats. This is a varied role, so if you're looking for a job where no two days are the same, this could be right up your street 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. You'll promote their independence and support the individuals to reach their goals and aspirations. 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 You don't need experience to start your career with us; we recruit on values and we'll give you all the training you'll need if you're successful. We'll even fund your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification and yearly SSSC registration fees too What we will need you to bring: - ; A caring and compassionate attitude An understanding of the importance of routines and guidelines The ability to work well in a team Confidence to go in the water as swimming is a regular activity Good communication and organisational skills A positive attitude with a willingness to learn The ability to carry out basic cooking 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 (but this isn't a deal breaker for the right candidates). Shift Patterns Typically, shift patterns will fall between the hours of 0800-2200 hours, but can vary on occasion if the individuals we support have events planned that they'd like to attend. Weekends, public holidays and waking nights will also form part of your rota on a rotational basis. However, we appreciate the importance of a work life balance and offer flexibility where we can. 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. Please note - If if you have spent more than 12 months out with the UK (excluding France, Germany. Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania or Spain) within the last 10 years while over the age of 18, you will be asked to provide a criminal record certificate from the relevant government/police authority as part of our pre-employment checks. 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. We are looking to fill these vacancies as soon as possible so reserve the right to close our advert early if we find suitable candidates before the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. Cornerstone welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce.