Female Support Practitioner (UK driving licence)
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,162 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 22 February 2026 |
| Location: | Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | The Richmond Fellowship Scotland |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | KB1494294ClyFSPDL |
Summary
Are you looking for an evening role (5pm - 9pm) packed with job satisfaction? If you share our values, this could be just what you have been waiting for!
Our fabulous team in Clydebank is on the lookout for a understanding and creative *female colleague with a positive attitude to join them as a Support Practitioner on a part-time, permanent basis (20 hours per week).
You don't need experience in care to start your career with us; we recruit on values and transferrable skills. We’ll give you all the training you need to be an amazing Support Practitioner including a fully funded SVQ.
For this role it is essential that you hold a full UK, 'manual' driving licence with a minimum of 1 years’ driving experience as the individuals we support have their own mobility cars.
About Us:
The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised and outcome-focused support to over 2800 individuals in their own homes across Scotland, making us the country's largest provider of social care. We support individuals with a variety of different needs such as physical and/or learning disabilities, ongoing mental health issues, alcohol or substance abuse and autism. Some of the people we support can present challenging behavior or require a high level of personal care.
The Role:
The individuals we support have diverse needs, including Mental Health challenges, learning disabilities, Acquired Brain Injuries, addictions and past trauma.
As a Support Practitioner you will assist 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. We’re looking for someone who’s ready to take an active interest in the hobbies and passions of those we support. Whether it’s discovering new opportunities, encouraging social connections, learning new skills or reducing isolation, you’ll help individuals lead the lives they choose.
To be an amazing Support Practitioner, we’ll need you to:
Have an empathetic and caring nature.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Confidence in using computers.
Be able to work well in a team environment and on your own.
Good organisational skills.
Shift Patterns
This role involves working five days a week from 5pm to 9pm, and includes weekend and public holiday shifts on a rotational basis.
Closing Date: Sunday 22nd February 2026 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time)
*Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post.
Please note, our smoking policy applies to this role. Please contact kbellingham@trfs.org.uk if you have any questions.
If you are applying via a job board then please be aware that you must submit an application via our website otherwise we will be unable to contact you!
All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer- this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector. All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams.
We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us!
Our fabulous team in Clydebank is on the lookout for a understanding and creative *female colleague with a positive attitude to join them as a Support Practitioner on a part-time, permanent basis (20 hours per week).
You don't need experience in care to start your career with us; we recruit on values and transferrable skills. We’ll give you all the training you need to be an amazing Support Practitioner including a fully funded SVQ.
For this role it is essential that you hold a full UK, 'manual' driving licence with a minimum of 1 years’ driving experience as the individuals we support have their own mobility cars.
About Us:
The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised and outcome-focused support to over 2800 individuals in their own homes across Scotland, making us the country's largest provider of social care. We support individuals with a variety of different needs such as physical and/or learning disabilities, ongoing mental health issues, alcohol or substance abuse and autism. Some of the people we support can present challenging behavior or require a high level of personal care.
The Role:
The individuals we support have diverse needs, including Mental Health challenges, learning disabilities, Acquired Brain Injuries, addictions and past trauma.
As a Support Practitioner you will assist 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. We’re looking for someone who’s ready to take an active interest in the hobbies and passions of those we support. Whether it’s discovering new opportunities, encouraging social connections, learning new skills or reducing isolation, you’ll help individuals lead the lives they choose.
To be an amazing Support Practitioner, we’ll need you to:
Have an empathetic and caring nature.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Confidence in using computers.
Be able to work well in a team environment and on your own.
Good organisational skills.
Shift Patterns
This role involves working five days a week from 5pm to 9pm, and includes weekend and public holiday shifts on a rotational basis.
Closing Date: Sunday 22nd February 2026 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time)
*Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post.
Please note, our smoking policy applies to this role. Please contact kbellingham@trfs.org.uk if you have any questions.
If you are applying via a job board then please be aware that you must submit an application via our website otherwise we will be unable to contact you!
All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer- this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector. All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams.
We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us!