Alloa Support Worker

ARK Housing Association; Alloa; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Alloa is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist individuals with disabilities in living their best lives. This full-time role offers training, the opportunity to gain qualifications, and various employee benefits including holiday schemes and a pension plan. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, willing to learn, and ready to support diverse individuals in their daily activities.

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Career Progression Opportunities

Fully funded PVG

Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about supporting others to live independently.
• No previous experience required, training provided.
• Willingness to communicate and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable individuals in daily activities.
• Maintain appropriate care relationships.
• Encourage and provide feedback to supported people.

Skills

Effective teamwork

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

SVQ2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Support Worker - Alloa. 1 x 37 hour Full-time contract available. Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata.

Ark is a major provider of Housing, Care and Support to people with long term and enduring conditions such as learning disabilities, mental health issues, dementia and autism. Our aim is to ensure that those who use our services get the very best out of Ark to enable them to live as independently as possible and lead a happy life.

Service locations

Alloa HMO: We currently support 8 people who live together in an HMO (House of Multiple Occupants). They have their own rooms but share facilities such as kitchen and bathrooms. Each supported person has a Good Life Plan and support workers use this to ensure they have the support they need to live the life they want. The supported people have a varied age range and most have a learning disability with a dual diagnosis. Supported people are active and enjoy using local amenities for social and leisure.

Alloa Outreach: We currently support people in their own homes around the Clackmannanshire area. The supported people have a range of disabilities and ages; their support needs determine the size of their support package. All supported people have a Good Life Plan to ensure support staff can help them achieve their outcomes and goals. They access local amenities for social and recreational use; some attend college and have jobs in the local area.

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

Your responsibilities

Your main duties will include but are not 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 — Discounts Portal with 1000s of discounts on brands including supermarkets, cinema, gym, holidays.
• Career Progression — Over 75% of Managers in Care & Support have been promoted internally.
• Employee Assistance Program — EAP provides counselling, weekly webinars, and access to Website & App.
• Contracted hours to suit you — Full-time, Part-time and Relief roles available across Scotland.
• Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme — Sell or buy up to 5 days (or 1 week for part-time) per year.
• Enhanced Overtime — Hours over full-time contractual hours are eligible for an enhanced rate.

What Ark offers

• 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 have spoken in a recent survey about staying with Ark because they believe in our values, have supportive managers who appreciate staff, and enjoy helping supported people achieve their dreams.

Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care. To apply click the link below.

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.