Support Practitioner
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,553 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 January 2026 |
| Location: | G22 7BE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Cornerstone |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Time to start a career you love that's packed full of the job satisfaction you deserve!! If you share our values then we have just the role for you!
Our fabulous #TeamRonaldsay are now recruiting for outgoing, creative and compassionate individuals who love getting out and about to join them as Support Practitioner in Glasgow.
We recruit on values and transferrable skills, so you don't need previous experience as a Support Worker or qualifications to start your career with us. We have our own Training Academy that'll give you all the skills you'll need; We'll even fund your SVQ/SCQF qualifications and your yearly SSSC fee!
The Role
You'll be joining a fun and friendly team who support 3 gentlemen with complex needs and learning disabilities. With a focus on maintaining and promoting independence, you will work in a person-centred way to provide support in all aspects of daily living, including cooking and preparing meals, personal care, administering medication and managing personal finances.
We'll be looking to you to be enthusiastic and take an active interest in their hobbies which includes going attending clubs and gigs, snooker halls and trip to the pub for a 0% pint with so much more! No two days are ever the same.
To be a great Support Practitioner, we'll need you have;
Great communication skills.
Able to think outside the box.
Caring attitude and approach.
Positive approach to learning.
Able to follow guidelines.
Confidence in the use of technology.
The people we support all have their own personal car which allows for them to access the community easily. A driving license would be beneficial however this is not essential.
Shift Patterns
At the moment we currently have 2 shift patterns in place which are mainly lone working shifts types which are 8am-8pm each day and also an 8am-8am sleepover (sleepover start time is 10pm-7am). These shift patterns are delivered 7 days a week including weekends and public holidays. Shift patterns may be reviewed and adjusted to meet the ever changing needs of the people we support when required also.
What makes Cornerstone a great place to work
Along 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: -
Your job actually changes and improves lives - you'll make a difference in your local community
We have a culture of empowering our colleagues and teamwork
No uniform - we wear our own casual clothes
We fund up to £500 towards driving lessons
We reimburse your yearly SSSC registration fees
Access to funded qualifications through our SQA approved, award winning Training Academy
Ongoing continued professional development and career progression opportunities
Recommend a colleague bonus scheme
Long service awards
Access to a 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline
26 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years) plus 4 paid bank holidays
Family friendly leave options, including family, parental, bereavement and special leave
Access to lots of discounts, including the cinema, gym memberships, holidays and shopping to name a few
Have any questions? If you'd like to find out more, please contact Leeanne Dolan on 07350422396.
Sound interesting? Well what are you waiting for? Apply today! We're waiting to hear from you.
Successful candidates will be required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and be committed to working towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with the support from our Training Academy.
We are looking to fill these vacancies as soon as possible so reserve the right to close our advert early if we find suitable candidates before the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Please note - If you have spent more than 12 months out with the UK (excluding France, Germany. Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania or Spain) within the last 10 years while over the age of 18, you will be asked to provide a criminal record certificate from the relevant government/police authority as part of our pre-employment checks.
If you're successful in joining our team, we will need you to register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting your employment with us. Also, if you are successful we will need you to meet the requirements on the person we supports insurance policy for use of their mobility car.
Cornerstone welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce.
Our fabulous #TeamRonaldsay are now recruiting for outgoing, creative and compassionate individuals who love getting out and about to join them as Support Practitioner in Glasgow.
We recruit on values and transferrable skills, so you don't need previous experience as a Support Worker or qualifications to start your career with us. We have our own Training Academy that'll give you all the skills you'll need; We'll even fund your SVQ/SCQF qualifications and your yearly SSSC fee!
The Role
You'll be joining a fun and friendly team who support 3 gentlemen with complex needs and learning disabilities. With a focus on maintaining and promoting independence, you will work in a person-centred way to provide support in all aspects of daily living, including cooking and preparing meals, personal care, administering medication and managing personal finances.
We'll be looking to you to be enthusiastic and take an active interest in their hobbies which includes going attending clubs and gigs, snooker halls and trip to the pub for a 0% pint with so much more! No two days are ever the same.
To be a great Support Practitioner, we'll need you have;
Great communication skills.
Able to think outside the box.
Caring attitude and approach.
Positive approach to learning.
Able to follow guidelines.
Confidence in the use of technology.
The people we support all have their own personal car which allows for them to access the community easily. A driving license would be beneficial however this is not essential.
Shift Patterns
At the moment we currently have 2 shift patterns in place which are mainly lone working shifts types which are 8am-8pm each day and also an 8am-8am sleepover (sleepover start time is 10pm-7am). These shift patterns are delivered 7 days a week including weekends and public holidays. Shift patterns may be reviewed and adjusted to meet the ever changing needs of the people we support when required also.
What makes Cornerstone a great place to work
Along 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: -
Your job actually changes and improves lives - you'll make a difference in your local community
We have a culture of empowering our colleagues and teamwork
No uniform - we wear our own casual clothes
We fund up to £500 towards driving lessons
We reimburse your yearly SSSC registration fees
Access to funded qualifications through our SQA approved, award winning Training Academy
Ongoing continued professional development and career progression opportunities
Recommend a colleague bonus scheme
Long service awards
Access to a 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline
26 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years) plus 4 paid bank holidays
Family friendly leave options, including family, parental, bereavement and special leave
Access to lots of discounts, including the cinema, gym memberships, holidays and shopping to name a few
Have any questions? If you'd like to find out more, please contact Leeanne Dolan on 07350422396.
Sound interesting? Well what are you waiting for? Apply today! We're waiting to hear from you.
Successful candidates will be required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and be committed to working towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with the support from our Training Academy.
We are looking to fill these vacancies as soon as possible so reserve the right to close our advert early if we find suitable candidates before the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Please note - If you have spent more than 12 months out with the UK (excluding France, Germany. Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania or Spain) within the last 10 years while over the age of 18, you will be asked to provide a criminal record certificate from the relevant government/police authority as part of our pre-employment checks.
If you're successful in joining our team, we will need you to register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting your employment with us. Also, if you are successful we will need you to meet the requirements on the person we supports insurance policy for use of their mobility car.
Cornerstone welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce.
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