Edinburgh Relief Support Worker

1 week ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom Ark People Housing Care Full time

Ark is recruiting Full time & Part time support Workers at our 6 services across Edinburgh.

Located throughout the city our services support people with a variety of support needs, from a couple of hours a week social support to 24 hour a day care.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team

Your main duties will include but not be limited to:

•Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable people.

•Communicate and work well with our supported people to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.

•Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.

What is a Relief Support Worker?

As a Relief Support Worker you will carry out all the same duties while on shift as our Support Workers. As you do not have contracted hours it gives you the flexibility to only pick up shifts when it suits you.*

*Please note: Relief work is on an as and when basis to cover for sickness absence, study leave and other staff contingencies. We cannot guarantee you regular or continued use as the need for relief staffing changes from time to time.

View our job outline, find out what you working week could look like and hear from our current Support Workers on Arks website

Why Ark?

•No Previous Experience Required

Ark provide full training so no previous experience is required making our Support Worker roles the perfect place to start your career in Adult Social Care.

•Flexibility to fits shifts round your life*

With our relief roles you only pick up the shifts that suit you.

•Employee Assistance Program

Arks Employee Assistance program (EAP) gives all employees access to counselling sessions. There is also support available through weekly webinars and the EAP Website & App.

•Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts Portal with s of discounts on your favourite brands including Supermarkets, Cinema Tickets, Gym Membership and Holidays.

In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:

•Statutory annual leave paid monthly based on the hours you work

•Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid by Ark

Our employees told us in a recent survey that they stay with Ark because they believe in our values, we have supportive managers who continually appreciate their staff and they love making a positive difference in our supported peoples lives, helping them to achieve their dreams.

Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care.

To apply complete Arks online application form at .

Scottish Charity No. SCO

Previous experience of the following is an advantage but not essential as Ark will provide full training: Care Worker, Social worker, Home Carer, Case Worker, Care Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant , Social Care Worker.



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