Bank Support Practitioner - Driver only

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland

Salary

from £13.75 an hour

Location

Edinburgh

Contract type

Full time

Job description

About

Are you looking for a rewarding role that fits around your commitments? If you share our values and you’re ready for genuine job satisfaction, then look no further.

We’re on the lookout for motivated and creative individuals with a positive attitude to join us in Edinburgh as Bank Support Practitioners.

Due to the needs of this service, you must have a full UK driving licence

Our bank contracts offer flexibility over the days and hours you work. Tell us when you are available, and we will look to give you shifts that fit. This is a Bank (as and when required) role, meaning shifts will be offered based on service needs. If you're looking for full-time, guaranteed hours, this may not be the right fit, but if you want flexibility, we’d love to hear from you.

Due to the needs of the service, you must have a full UK driving licence to drive the mobility cars if required.

The Role:

As a Bank Support Practitioner, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support when it’s needed most. You will help ensure consistent support during staff leave, sickness or training. To build trusting relationships with the people we support, we ask that you ideally pick up 1–2 shifts per week.

You will be part of a dedicated and friendly team, supporting individuals with all aspects of daily living including meal preparation, medication, going to appointments and activities, managing personal finances, support with moving and handling and personal care. You’ll also provide emotional support and assist them to maintain relationships with family and friends. Some individuals have complex communication needs and use different communication tools to meet their needs.

To be a great Bank Support Practitioner, you will bring:

A caring and empathetic nature

Excellent communication skills

Confidence with computers and digital systems

The ability to work well both independently and within a team

Strong organisational skills

Your responsibilities may include:

Supporting with meal preparation and medication

Providing personal care and assisting with moving and handling

Supporting individuals to attend appointments and community activities

Encouraging hobbies, interests, social opportunities and confidence-building

Supporting with budgeting, daily living skills and personal organisation

Providing emotional support and helping individuals maintain positive relationships

No two days are the same, and every shift offers the chance to make a meaningful difference.

Shift Patterns:

Our service provides 24/7 support. As part of the bank team, you may be offered:

Early shifts from 7:30am

Late shifts finishing at 9:30pm or 10pm

Sleepovers

Waking night

Weekends and public holidays

Benefits:

TRFS Reward Scheme with discounts at high street and online retailers

Generous annual leave

Continuous in-house training and development opportunities

Refer a Friend scheme with a £150 reward

Free membership of Glasgow Credit Union

HSF Health Plan

Counselling and LifeWorks service

We are looking to fill these posts as soon as possible and may close the vacancy early if suitable candidates are found. To avoid disappointment, we encourage you to apply promptly.

Closing Date: 30.10.26 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time).

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

If applying via a job board, please also submit an application through our website, otherwise we may be unable to contact you.

All successful candidates will receive a conditional offer subject to satisfactory references and PVG checks. Having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector. New staff must register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We encourage applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status or sexual orientation. Our aim is to welcome everyone and build inclusive teams.

We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.

Join us and be part of something bigger!

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