*Female Support Practitioner – Casual – FT/LD

Lorna lives in Ayr and enjoys shopping, going out and about in her local community, the cinema and theatre and eating out. Lorna enjoys knitting and other crafts and would like support to learn more crafting skills. Lorna also enjoys playing board games and cards. Lorna also has a cat which she loves.

Lorna is looking for a support worker who:

• Is open minded
• Has a good sense of humour
• Likes cats
• Is respectful and non-judgmental
• Is able to see the “real” Lorna
• Is able to stick to boundaries
• Is a quick thinker
• Has a positive outlook
• Is a good clear communicator
• Is alert
• Is approachable

Essential for the role is that you can demonstrate the following:

• Work in a person centred way
• Understand the importance of family involvement and multi-agency working
• An understanding all behaviour is communication
• Work as part of a small team

Desirable

• An understanding or experience of supporting adults with learning disabilities
• SVQ Level 2/3 in Social Care (or equivalent) or willing to work towards this

This is a really exciting and interesting opportunity for the right person.  The post  involves days and evenings.

This position has a “genuine occupational requirement” covered under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 and therefore only applicants from females requested.

This role involves shift work including evenings and public holidays.

You can only be appointed for this post if you are registered with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and are able to register with the Scottish Social Services Council when required for your post.

If you would like an informal discussion before applying, please phone Fiona Thomson on 01563825555 or email fiona.thomson@partnersforinclusion.org

or apply online today

Please state FT/LD on the reference code.