Turning Point Scotland
Support Practitioner
Support Practitioner at Turning Point Scotland, based in Dumfries, Scotland, paying £25,878 - £26,931 per annum. This is a part-time role.
- Pay
- £25,878 - £26,931 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Part-time · On site
- Location
- Dumfries, Scotland
- Closing date
- Sector
- Support Worker
Bang in line with the market for support worker
Reference adult-care/turning-point-scotland/jobs/support-practitioner-494085
About the role
Post: Support PractitionerService: Dumfries & Galloway Learning Disabilities ServiceBased: Dumfries, Lockerbie, Castle Douglas, Newton Stewart, KirkcudbrightHours: Full Time, Part Time & Relief AvailableSalary: £25,878 - £26,931 (pro rata)Contract: Permanent /CasualIf you live your best life, support someone to live theirs!At Turning Point Scotland’s Dumfries & Galloway Learning Disabilities Services we have exciting opportunities available for Support Practitioners.About UsOur Dumfries & Galloway Learning Disabilities Services are located in the following areas: Castle Douglas, Dumfries, Kirkcudbright, Lockerbie and Newton StewartEach 24/7 Service supports people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, on the autistic spectrum & have mental health issues. The hours are varied to meet the needs of each person and will include sleep over shifts (paid at a rate of £107.60 per sleepover!)Our dedicated Teams encourage the people we support to fulfil their lives with exciting and fun activities, pursue their hobbies and passions, and help create memorable experiences.About the roleProvide tailored support that builds skills, independence and engagement in hobbies.Deliver support one-to-one, alongside others and as part of a larger team.Accompany the people we support to community activities, groups, holidays and shopping trips.Provide personal care with dignity, comfort and wellbeing at heart. About YouBring genuine care and commitment to helping people live their best lives.Be flexible and able to work as part of a rota.Create joyful experiences, support hobbies and celebrate every achievement. Embark on an emotionally rewarding journey and apply today!We value lived experience, please click here to read more about our views. We welcome applications from all candidates who are eligible to work in the United Kingdom. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.Turning Point Scotland offers a Salary Matching opportunity within the pay points of the role and based on experience.Please note that IT skills are required for all our vacancies.Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within 6 months of start date
Reference: adult-care/turning-point-scotland/jobs/support-practitioner-494085 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 8 Nov 2026 · Listed via Turning Point Scotland
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