Support Practitioner (Female Only )

Job Description

Job Title

Support Practitioner

Service

Glasgow Mental Health & Huntington’s Service (Turning Point Scotland)

Location

Glasgow (main base Easterhouse)

Hours

Full time 37 hours per week (Part time also available)

Salary

£25,877 per year (pro rata) – £13.45 per hour

Contract

Permanent

Equal Opportunity

Post is only open to female applicants under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. The role welcomes all other candidates who are eligible to work in the United Kingdom.

Role Overview

Providing individualised support to adults with complex mental health conditions and those living with Huntington’s disease. Support may be delivered on a 1:1 basis or as part of a team, with a focus on person centred, trauma informed care that encourages personal growth and community involvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver practical and emotional support to enable individuals to achieve personal outcomes such as staying safe, engaging in meaningful activities, and maintaining healthy relationships.
• Assist with daily living tasks, including cooking, housekeeping, and personal care where required.
• Support flexible care arrangements, including occasional sleep overs and weekend or evening shifts on a rotational basis.
• Facilitate the involvement of family, friends, health professionals and advocacy services in the individual’s support plan.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records and progress notes in line with organisational and regulatory standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• No prior work experience required – comprehensive training will be provided.
• Proficiency in basic IT skills.
• Yes – Personal care, cooking and housekeeping skills are essential.
• Capability to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 6 months of starting (3 months for certain roles).

Benefits

• Comprehensive induction programme.
• Access to 123 learning and development courses, including 29 e learning options.
• Funded qualification – SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare.
• Career pathways with internal promotion and advertisement of all roles.
• Employer contributed pension scheme (4%).
• Wide range of family friendly policies.
• 35 days of holiday per year plus public holidays.
• Platinum accreditation in Investors in People.

Other Details

• Driving licence and vehicle not required.
• Service users are not directly involved in this role.

Additional Information

Turning Point Scotland offers salary matching within the pay points of the role. The organisation is committed to supporting staff through extensive training and career development opportunities, ensuring a rewarding and impactful working experience.