Relief Support Practitioner – Badenoch & Strathspey

Salary: £13.75 Per hour
Locality: Highlands

Category: Support Practitioner

Job Type: Relief

Job Description

“I think Carr Gomm is very good a putting the needs of people at the forefront, and that’s what’s important” – Person Supported by Carr Gomm

About Us

Carr Gomm is a leading social care and community development charity. Our Home-Based Respite service in the Nairn provides support to carers by giving them a break, while ensuring the people they care for continue to get the help they need at home through delivering person-centred support.

 

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for people who are caring, reliable, and motivated to make a difference in their community. Full training is provided and our Relief Support Practitioner role allows you to have the flexibility to pick and choose shifts around other commitments you may have in your life.  All we ask is that you are able to complete your training requirements and work with us on a regular basis. You will need a driving licence, as you will travel to support people in rural areas.

You will build strong, trusting relationships with people and their families

We are looking for candidates who are flexible to work a variety of shift patterns, supporting people when they need it, including days, evenings, and weekends.

 

Impact You Can Make

“Always look forward to my support coming in. I can relax knowing I have the company whilst my husband goes out”. – Family member of Person Carr Gomm supports  [Pull Quote]

 

Why Join Carr Gomm

You will be part of a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that invests in its people. You will have opportunities to shape how work is done through specialist working groups and the Futures innovation programme, within an organisation that proudly holds the LGBT Charter for inclusion.

Apply Today

Applying to join our team as a Relief Support Practitioner is quick and straightforward. We will ask for some essential details, including information on your previous employment and references.

We welcome applications from any candidates already eligible to work in the UK or those who can apply for a visa granting permission to work in the UK (e.g., dependent visas, ancestry, etc.) that do not require sponsorship from Carr Gomm. You will be asked to share proof of this prior to receiving any offer of employment. It is currently our policy not to offer sponsorship for prospective candidates.

 

For more details about the role, including responsibilities and requirements, download the job profile (PDF).

Relief Support Practitioner Role Profile 04.2026

For further information, please contact our recruitment team on recruitment@carrgomm.org.

 

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