Alloa Support Worker - 450877

Ark People Housing Care; Alloa; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Scotland seeks a dedicated Support Worker to provide practical and emotional support to individuals with various needs. No previous experience required as full training will be provided. This role involves working with vulnerable service users in both supported living and outreach settings. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and teamwork skills, with opportunities for career progression and training.

Benefits

Up to 36 days paid holiday per year

4% contributory pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Fully funded PVG and SSSC registration

Qualifications

• Ability to provide practical, emotional and social support.
• Commitment to Ark's values: Trust, Respect, Understanding, Equality, Integrity.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable service users effectively.
• Communicate and maintain relationships with individuals.
• Follow organizational policies during tasks.
• Encourage individuals during activities.
• Maintain accurate records.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Organization

Education

No previous experience required

Job description

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.

Alloa HMO:

We currently support 8 people who live together in an HMO (House of multiple occupants) they have their own rooms but share other facilities such as kitchen and bathrooms. Our supported people receive individualised 1-2-1 support which is person centred around their outcomes and goals. Every supported person has a Good Life Plan and support workers use this to ensure they have the support they need to live the life that they want. The supported people have a varied age range and at the moment most supported people have a learning disability with a dual diagnosis. Supported people are very 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 and their support needs determine the size of their support package, all supported people have a Good Life Plan which is in place to ensure support staff are able to support them with their outcomes and goals, all of the supported people access local amenities for social and recreational use, some supported people also attend college and have jobs in the local area.

Ark is looking for dedicated and caring individuals who are committed to making a difference in our supported people's lives. Your role will be to provide practical, emotional and social support. Ark offers a detailed induction and training programme designed to ensure you have all the skills you need for the job. First and foremost you will align with Ark's values - Trust, Respect, Understanding, Equality and Integrity.

Your main duties will be but not limited to:

• Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable service users.
• Communicate and work well with individuals to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
• Carry out tasks in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
• Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Ark's Information Management system.

View our job outline, find out what your working week could look like and hear from our current Support Workers on Ark's website www.arkha.org.uk/work-with-us

Why Ark?

• No Previous Experience Required
• Ark provides 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 funds your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care 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
• Ark's 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.
• Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme
• Employees have the option to sell or buy additional annual leave, up to a maximum of 5 days (or 1 working week for part-time staff) per year.
• Enhanced Overtime
• Any hours worked by a Support Worker over full-time contractual hours, will be eligible to an enhanced rate.

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 people's 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, click the link below.

CVs will not be considered.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

All interviews are conducted in person.

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694