Support Practitioner - Uphall

Bring your creativity to a new job that makes a real difference!Love planning activities, coming up with ideas and helping people enjoy things that matter to them? Put your creativity to work with our amazing #TeamForrestWalk in Uphall.We're looking for someone who's caring, reliable and organised to join us on a part-time (20 hours per week) basis. You'll usually work 1000-1400 hours, five days a day, but we will need you to have flexibility to work evenings and weekends when needed.Meet your future teamYou'll be joining a welcoming team supporting four individuals within their shared home, along with some others who visit us for short break stays.Getting to know each person; their interests and goals will be at the heart of everything you'll do. You'll use that to help you plan activities that they'll enjoy.It's not about filling a calendar, it's about creating opportunities for people to make choices, try something new, build confidence and enjoy life their way.Bring your ideasWe're looking for someone who can combine creativity with good planning to turn ideas into enjoyable experiences.As part of our team, you'llGet to know each person, involving them in choosing and planning activities that reflect their interestsBring fresh ideas for things to enjoy at home and out in the communityPlan ahead and stay organised, helping activities and outings run smoothlyEncourage involvement at each person's own paceAdapt your plans when someone's needs or wishes changeWork closely with your colleagues to make activities part of meaningful, person-centred supportSupport all aspects of daily living, alongside hobbies, interests and individual goalsWhat you'll beCreative: You enjoy coming up with ideas and making them happenOrganised: You're good at planning, preparing and keeping track of the detailActivities-focussed: You see the value in helping people enjoy their interests and exploring new onesCaring and approachable: You take the time to listen and build relationshipsReliable and flexible: You follow through on plans and can adapt when neededPerson-centred: You understand that the best activities start with what each person wantsWhy join CornerstoneAlong 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 workYour job actually changes and improves lives - you'll make a difference in your local communityWe have a culture of empowering our colleagues and teamworkNo uniform - we wear our own casual clothesWe fund up to £500 towards driving lessonsWe reimburse your yearly SSSC registration feesAccess to funded qualifications through our SQA approved, award winning Training AcademyOngoing continued professional development and career progression opportunitiesRecommend a colleague bonus schemeLong service awardsAccess to a 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline26 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years) plus 4 paid bank holidaysFamily friendly leave options, including family, parental, bereavement and special leaveAccess to lots of discounts, including the cinema, gym memberships, holidays and shopping to name a fewSound like your kind of job? Apply now! We'd love to hear from you!Have any questions? If you'd like to find out more, please contact Aimee McCabe or Marrianna Nelson on 01506 857873.Important information before you apply Apply early: We may shortlist and interview candidates as they apply.PVG and training: Successful candidates must join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and work towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare, supported by our Training Academy.Overseas checks: If you spent more than 12 months outside the UK in the last 10 years while over 18, you will need a criminal record certificate from the relevant government or police authority. This excludes time spent in France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania or Spain.Right to work: Cornerstone cannot offer visa sponsorship. You must have, or independently secure the right to work in the UK.SSSC registration: If you're successful, you'll need to register with the SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council) within 3 months of starting with us (we will reimburse these costs).Keep it authentic: AI tools can help you prepare, but your answers must be your own and reflect your skills, experience and motivations. We want to understand you, not an AI tool.