Support Worker

5 months ago

Linlithgow, United Kingdom Ark Full time

**Linlithgow Support Workers**

**Earn up to £23,150.16 per year pro rata**

**1 x 37 hour & 1 x 30 hour Contracts available
- Female Only**

Linlithgow Service supports 9 people. There is 3 people in a House of Multiple Occupancy and 6 in their own individual homes. All the houses are situated round one courtyard which means there is a real community feel amongst both the Supported People and the Support Workers. Support needs within the service range from 24 hour a day support (including using the hoist and personal care) to those who just need help with finances, shopping and social.

Our support workers support our people using a person centred approach to live their lives to their full potential and to feel included in the community.

We offer a personalised service to meet the individual’s needs this includes support to maintain their tenancies, finances, personal care, health & social support.

There is a bus stop outside with buses going into Edinburgh, Falkirk, Grangemouth, Bo'ness and the surrounding villages. The train station is a 4 minute walk from the service and we also have car parking available on site.

Shifts at Linlithgow range from 4 hours to 16 hours and there are 3 sleepover shifts per day.
- **'The best thing about working at Linlithgow service is that is has a great community feel. The team are really welcoming and the supported people are great fun (and have an amazing sense of humour).'**_ Deborah, Care & Support Manager

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.

**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.
- **Get a qualification while you work**:Ark fully fund your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care which you complete with the support of our in house SVQ team.
- **Employee Discounts**:Employee Discounts Portal with 1000s of discounts on your favourite brands including Supermarkets, Cinema Tickets, Gym Membership and Holidays.
- **Career Progression**:Over 75% of all Managers within Care & Support have been promoted internally.
- **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.
- **Contracted hours to suit you**:We have Full-time, Part-time and Relief Support Worker roles available at our services throughout Scotland.

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

- Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata
- 4% Contributory pension scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- 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.

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694

**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.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £12.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Physical setting:

- Homecare

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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