Senior Practitioner

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Location: Dundee / Angus, Scotland
Salary: £23,590 to £25,155 per annum
Hours: 35 per week (Service runs across 7 days, typically working every second weekend)
Contract: Permanent

Additional Requirements: Applicants must have a full licence (2 years) and access a vehicle. Successful candidates will be required to register with the Scottish Social Security Council (SSSC) within 3 months of starting.

Are you ready to lead and inspire a team that helps people regain independence after a crisis? Do you thrive in a role where no two days are the same?

• Coordinating referrals and liaising with hospitals, GP surgeries, and community teams.
• Supporting and mentoring staff, students, and volunteers to deliver excellent care.
• Conducting risk assessments and welfare checks to ensure safe living environments.
• Managing rotas, responding to out-of-hours queries, and maintaining service continuity.

• SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and PDA in Supervision (or equivalent).
• The Right to Work in the UK. This role does not offer sponsorship.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead and motivate others.
• Experience in person‑centred planning and multi‑disciplinary working.
• Confidence in mentoring staff and supporting their ongoing development.

Closing date for applications: 23:59 on Sunday 14th December 2025.

• Flexible working:
  Remote and hybrid, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme:
  Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Learning & Development: A range of career & learning opportunities.
• Discounts:
  Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing support:
  Peer Supporters, EAP & Headspace App.
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  Work:
  Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK‑based roles.