Senior Practitioner

Senior Practitioner

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Contract: Permanent
Location: Inverness, Scotland (Hybrid)
Salary: £23,590 to £25,155 per annum
Hours: 35 per week

Are you ready to lead and inspire a team that helps people regain independence after a crisis? As a Senior Practitioner you will play a key part in delivering high‑quality care and support within a regulated service. Working closely with the Service Manager you will ensure service users receive compassionate, person‑centred support while guiding and mentoring staff to grow in their roles.

• 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).
• 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.

• Flexible working:
  Remote and hybrid working, 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, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
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  Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

Women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK‑based roles.
During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.

At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks:
Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.

Closing date for applications: 23:59 on Friday 9 January 2026. Interviews will commence shortly after this date.

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