Job Description

Personalisation Practitioner

We are looking for practitioners who can engage creatively with people with disabilities on a 1:1 basis, supporting them to identify opportunities and activities that reflect their interests, promote independence, and lead to meaningful outcomes. At PLUS, we are guided by the values of Respect, Compassion, Integrity and Dependability and we're looking for people who live these values through their practice every day.

Could you be part of our team who put the young people and adults (up to age 35) first and work closely with families to plan and provide our support?

Families have described our service in the following ways;

'We value it so highly and we would be lost without your support.'

'You provide an amazing service and have an awesome team of support workers. I couldn't be without you.'

'Thank you so much for all the work you do and the lovely friendly team you have created. We are hugely grateful and supportive of PLUS.'

'Thank you very much for caring.'

So, if you value friendships, believe in opportunities being available to all and are a good communicator - then please get in touch to find out how to join our team!

Responsibilities (not exclusive) are to:

Build relationships with the individual/s and their families to support them and their son/daughter to participate in the planning, preparation and delivery of person centred/outcome focused leisure activities in a variety of settings or on occasion, in the individuals' home. To brief and de-brief parents/carers before and after events and to complete all necessary forms or reports. to work collaboratively with staff at PLUS and from other organisations. Implement the individual's plan to achieve stated outcomes Support young people with personal care such as toileting and feeding Promote independence Complete paperwork promptly (mostly electronic)

Qualifications and Skills

Previous experience working with people with disabilities Excellent communication skills and the ability to build a rapport Good basic education Please note: you will be required to become registered with SSSC and undertake relevant qualifications to enable you in your role Highly Desirable: Driving license - with access to your own car Personal qualities willing to work flexibly, a belief in inclusion Strength in communicating Honest and reliable Enjoy sharing activities with children and young people Commitment to personal development

Additional Benefits

Real Living Wage Employer Organisation-wide festive closure (annual leave is reserved to cover this time). Access to our online staff benefits platform, Bright Exchange, with discounts and savings. Professional development support, including SVQ3 in Social Services and Healthcare for SSSC registration

Job Type:

Full-time, Part-time with hours ranging from 20-30 per week, this will include weekends

Salary:

12.60-12.75 per hour

Contract length:

we are looking for commitment for a minimum of 12 months

Application process:

Following submission of your CV, you may be invited to complete a job application form. You will not be considered for interview without a completed application.

You will not be able to work remotely in this position, although some of our training opportunities and team meetings can be completed online.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.60-12.75 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Application question(s):

Willing to travel within the Forth Valley area?
Experience:

care/support worker: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person