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Are you ready to be part of something meaningful? Discover an exciting opportunity for a rewarding career as a Support Practitioner in Carr Gomm’s Mobile Homecare service in Mid-Argyll. Join us in making a positive impact by supporting people in their own homes.

About Us:

Carr Gomm is a leading social care and community development charity. Our Mobile Homecare service in Mid-Argyll supports people recently discharged from hospital to regain their independence. We work closely with the NHS and local authority to prevent re-admission through tailored, short-term support in people’s homes.

The Role:

As a Support Practitioner (Mobile Homecare), you will be working in pairs supporting people with their daily routine. This will include meal preparation, medication administration, and personal care as well as other aspects of their daily life.

Who We Are Looking For:

We value caring individuals who align with our core values of Choice, Control, Openness & Honesty, Interdependence, Respect, Kindness and Compassion. No professional experience is necessary; your empathy and dedication make you a perfect fit. If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others, we welcome you to join our team. A full driving license is preferred but not essential for this role.

Working with Carr Gomm:

“I went from cars sales to work in Social Care and it was the best move I ever made. Doing a job where you know you are making a difference to people’s lives everyday is very rewarding.” – Scott

Our Impact:

We take pride in supporting our community through impactful community projects like the Keep Warm appeal. During the energy crisis, we delivered Keep Warm Kits to help people in Argyll and Bute stay warm. “ Thank you so much for the lovely warm box which was delivered to me today. Very useful and very much appreciated a really lovely gesture from Carr Gomm. Thanks again” – Liz from Campbeltown.

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:

• £24,051 – £25,494 (pro rata) per annum / £12.30 – £13.04 based on qualifications, skills and experience
• Anti-social hours payment of up to £1209 when undertaking waking night shift (11pm-7am)
• Time and a half payment for hours worked over 37.5 hours per week (averaged over the pay period)
• Enhanced mileage payment of 45p per mile
• 35 days holiday per year, increasing to 40 days with length of service
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave
• A Defined Contribution pension scheme, with incremental employer contributions
• Access to the Carr Gomm App: which includes free physiotherapy, health coaching and counselling
• Membership to TELUS (Employee Assistance Program, EAP): employee well-being and perks platform
• Membership of a credit union
• Cycle to work scheme

Apply Today:

Applying to join our team as a Support Practitioner is quick and straightforward. Our online application processes 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 (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) membership. For more details about the role, including responsibilities and requirements, download the job profile (PDF). Support Practitioner Role Profile 04.2024
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. INDMP If you have any questions, please contact our recruitment team on recruitment@carrgomm.org or 0300 666 3030. Learn more about our commitment to data protection by visiting our Privacy Policy page. [gallery size="medium" ids="16304,13662,13305,13478,16305,13578"]