Relief Intensive Support Practitioner - #1706706

About Us
Quarriers is one of Scotlands leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity tobring about positive changes in peoples lives.
The Vacancy:
Are you a compassionate and flexible individual with experience in social care? Do you have a passion for supporting children and young people with complex needs? Quarriers is looking for caring and committed Relief Intensive Support Practitioners to join our Countryview Respite Service within Quarriers Village.
Your Opportunity:
Quarriers are currently recruiting Relief Intensive Support Practitioners to join our Countryview Respite Service for Children and Families. Located in the peaceful and picturesque Quarriers Village, Countryview provides vital short breaks for children who have a wide range of complex needs, including medical complexities and neurodiverse conditions.
As a Relief Intensive Support Practitioner, you will work flexibly as part of a team to deliver high-quality care during respite stays. Your role will include:
Supporting children with daily routines and personal care
Administering medication in line with care plans
Providing a nurturing, safe and engaging environment
Responding to distressed behaviour using trauma-informed and person-centred approaches
Working Pattern
This is a relief position, offering flexible hoursShifts may include:
Day shifts
Evening shifts
Overnight/waking night shifts
Weekend availability
What You'll Need To Be Considered:
SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) or HNC Social Services (or working towards)
Experience working with children and families in a care or similar setting
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
A commitment to person-centred, trauma-informed care
Willingness to learn and adapt to individual needs
Ability to work flexibly and reliably as part of a team
A full UK driving licence
What You Will Get in Return
Competitive hourly rate
Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme
HSF Health Cash Plan
Generous holiday entitlement (pro-rata)
£500 refer-a-friend scheme (T&Cs apply)
Life Assurance Benefit
Cycle to Work Scheme
Access to free health services including physiotherapy and occupational health
Family-friendly working policies and procedures
Registered with Concert for Carers
Christmas saving scheme
Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within three months of start date.
Quarriers has Investors in People Platinum accreditation.

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