Support Practitioner
| Posting date: | 27 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,553 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 15 March 2026 |
| Location: | Elgin, Moray |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Cornerstone |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4007 |
Summary
Are you on the look out for a rewarding flexible job where you can make a difference in the lives of others? Look no further as we have a great opportunity for you!
Our #TeamBirchview relief pool is growing, so we've now got relief job opportunities in Elgin. The great thing about our relief contracts is they give you flexibility. You tell us when you're available and we would then try to give you shifts to fit.
Shift Patterns
We provide dedicated around the clock support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so our shift patterns do involve early mornings, evenings, weekends, public holidays, sleepovers and waking nights.
The role, the team and the individuals you'll support
As a relief colleague, you will play an important part in our team, ensuring that we still provide the best care and support possible during times of staff training, holidays and absence.
You'll become part of a fun, friendly team who provide short-term respite care for individuals with various physical and learning disabilities. Our team are dedicated to make sure that everyone’s stay is one to remember.
Your aim will be to give support with all aspects of daily living, encouraging independence and helping them to reach their goals and potential. You’ll also support the individuals to take part in various activities throughout their stay, including bowling, going to the cinema and going out for a cuppa to name a few.
Being a Support Practitioner is more than just a job, there's no better feeling than going home after every shift knowing that you've made a positive difference in someone's life.
Why you'll love this job
You'll have a job that actually matters
You'll build meaningful relationships
You'll see the difference you make in someone's confidence, independence and happiness
We'll provide full paid training, no experience is needed
You're not just a number here; we have a supportive culture
Every day is different, no two shifts are ever the same
You can be yourself and be proud of what you do
There are opportunities to grow and develop if you want to
We'll fund your yearly SSSC registration fees
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: -
You'll have a meaningful job doing things that you enjoy - it often doesn't feel like work
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
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.
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.
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.
Cornerstone welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce.
Our #TeamBirchview relief pool is growing, so we've now got relief job opportunities in Elgin. The great thing about our relief contracts is they give you flexibility. You tell us when you're available and we would then try to give you shifts to fit.
Shift Patterns
We provide dedicated around the clock support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so our shift patterns do involve early mornings, evenings, weekends, public holidays, sleepovers and waking nights.
The role, the team and the individuals you'll support
As a relief colleague, you will play an important part in our team, ensuring that we still provide the best care and support possible during times of staff training, holidays and absence.
You'll become part of a fun, friendly team who provide short-term respite care for individuals with various physical and learning disabilities. Our team are dedicated to make sure that everyone’s stay is one to remember.
Your aim will be to give support with all aspects of daily living, encouraging independence and helping them to reach their goals and potential. You’ll also support the individuals to take part in various activities throughout their stay, including bowling, going to the cinema and going out for a cuppa to name a few.
Being a Support Practitioner is more than just a job, there's no better feeling than going home after every shift knowing that you've made a positive difference in someone's life.
Why you'll love this job
You'll have a job that actually matters
You'll build meaningful relationships
You'll see the difference you make in someone's confidence, independence and happiness
We'll provide full paid training, no experience is needed
You're not just a number here; we have a supportive culture
Every day is different, no two shifts are ever the same
You can be yourself and be proud of what you do
There are opportunities to grow and develop if you want to
We'll fund your yearly SSSC registration fees
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: -
You'll have a meaningful job doing things that you enjoy - it often doesn't feel like work
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
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.
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.
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.
Cornerstone welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce.
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