Join our team in Nairn and make a difference every day!
Are you looking for a fulfilling role that makes a positive impact in your local community? At Carr Gomm, we are offering a unique opportunity to become a Support Practitioner and make a real impact in the lives of both carers and their loved ones.
About Us: Carr Gomm is a leading social care and community development charity. Our service in Nairn provides respite breaks to people with caring responsibilities. We believe in the power of person-centred support and the importance of ensuring that carers have the chance to take a break when needed. Our support helps to keep people in their own homes, surrounded by familiarity and comfort.
The Role: As a Support Practitioner, you’ll be the helping hand that carers rely on. Your role involves providing respite care for 1-5 hours at a time, allowing carers the well-deserved break they need. With an impressive 5-star rating from the Care Inspectorate, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care and support. We strive for excellence in everything that we do, and our Support Practitioners play a vital role in maintaining these high standards. We value flexibility, and our support visits can be tailored to work around your other commitments, whether it’s childcare, studies, or other responsibilities.
What We’re Looking For: We are looking for caring individuals who have a genuine passion for making a positive impact in their community. You do not need professional experience to join us. We provide comprehensive induction training to all new team members. Drivers are preferred, as our service extends to rural communities.
Why Join Carr Gomm: You’ll be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and helps you grow in your role. Our benefits include:
35 days holiday per year, rising to 40 with service (pro-rata). Paid travel time and additional mileage contributions of 45p per mile. Carr Gomm will cover the cost of PVG application and reimburse the SSSC registration fee for all new workers. £200 Recommend a Friend Scheme (T&Cs apply). Fully funded SVQ qualification with support from a dedicated team. Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave. A Defined Contribution pension scheme, with incremental employer contribution and credit union membership. Membership to Telus; employee well-being and perks platform. Plus, FREE online coaching and physiotherapy from Health by Science. Cycle to work scheme, discounts with leading hotels; and more!
Apply Today: Applying to join our team as a Support Practitioner is quick and straightforward. Our online application process typically takes 10-15 minutes to complete. We will ask for some essential details, including information on your previous employment, SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council) registration and PVG (membership). If you don’t have these details on hand, do not worry – you can start the form now and finish it at your convenience.
We welcome applications from any candidates already eligible to work in the UK or those that can apply for a visa granting permission to work in the UK (e.g. dependent visas, ancestry etc.) that do not require sponsorship from Carr Gomm. You will be asked to share proof of this prior to receiving any offer of employment. It is currently our policy not to offer sponsorship for prospective candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Are you looking for a fulfilling role that makes a positive impact in your local community? At Carr Gomm, we are offering a unique opportunity to become a Support Practitioner and make a real impact in the lives of both carers and their loved ones.
About Us: Carr Gomm is a leading social care and community development charity. Our service in Nairn provides respite breaks to people with caring responsibilities. We believe in the power of person-centred support and the importance of ensuring that carers have the chance to take a break when needed. Our support helps to keep people in their own homes, surrounded by familiarity and comfort.
The Role: As a Support Practitioner, you’ll be the helping hand that carers rely on. Your role involves providing respite care for 1-5 hours at a time, allowing carers the well-deserved break they need. With an impressive 5-star rating from the Care Inspectorate, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care and support. We strive for excellence in everything that we do, and our Support Practitioners play a vital role in maintaining these high standards. We value flexibility, and our support visits can be tailored to work around your other commitments, whether it’s childcare, studies, or other responsibilities.
What We’re Looking For: We are looking for caring individuals who have a genuine passion for making a positive impact in their community. You do not need professional experience to join us. We provide comprehensive induction training to all new team members. Drivers are preferred, as our service extends to rural communities.
Why Join Carr Gomm: You’ll be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and helps you grow in your role. Our benefits include:
35 days holiday per year, rising to 40 with service (pro-rata). Paid travel time and additional mileage contributions of 45p per mile. Carr Gomm will cover the cost of PVG application and reimburse the SSSC registration fee for all new workers. £200 Recommend a Friend Scheme (T&Cs apply). Fully funded SVQ qualification with support from a dedicated team. Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave. A Defined Contribution pension scheme, with incremental employer contribution and credit union membership. Membership to Telus; employee well-being and perks platform. Plus, FREE online coaching and physiotherapy from Health by Science. Cycle to work scheme, discounts with leading hotels; and more!
Apply Today: Applying to join our team as a Support Practitioner is quick and straightforward. Our online application process typically takes 10-15 minutes to complete. We will ask for some essential details, including information on your previous employment, SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council) registration and PVG (membership). If you don’t have these details on hand, do not worry – you can start the form now and finish it at your convenience.
We welcome applications from any candidates already eligible to work in the UK or those that can apply for a visa granting permission to work in the UK (e.g. dependent visas, ancestry etc.) that do not require sponsorship from Carr Gomm. You will be asked to share proof of this prior to receiving any offer of employment. It is currently our policy not to offer sponsorship for prospective candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr
