Dunfermline - Relief Support Practitioner

ARK Housing Association; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Statutory annual leave paid monthly

PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid

Job summary

Ark Housing Association in Dunfermline is seeking a Relief Support Practitioner to support people with learning disabilities and autism. You will work flexibly on shifts from 3–16 hours across seven days, with on-site duties and no guaranteed regular hours.

Full training and ongoing development are provided as part of a committed team. Relief staff are offered statutory leave and fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration by Ark, with strong emphasis on person-centred care and

Qualifications

• Experience of working with people who have learning disabilities or autism.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive team.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Work 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.
• Be responsible in supporting individuals throughout activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
• Update and maintain accurate records using a tablet on Ark's Information Management system.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Continuous Learning

Behaviour of Concern

Professional Boundaries

Job description

Dunfermline - Relief Support Practitioner

£13.45 per hour

The Ark service in Dunfermline supports 13 people with learning disabilities and autism. The support we offer differs from person to person which means being a support worker offers lots of variety. Some people are supported to live independently in their own homes while others stay with their families. Everyone is supported to say what they want their support to be like and what they’d like to achieve.

Shifts are varied and can be from 3 – 16 hours over 7 days a week. Dunfermline has great public transport links so being able to drive is not essential to work with us.

We pride ourselves on delivering quality person-centred support. For further details please visit www.arkha.org.uk .

Company: ARK Housing Association
Hours: Full-time
Location: Dunfermline, KY12 7NU
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 21 Oct 2026
Closing date: 20 Nov 2026

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.
• Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.

What is a Relief Support Practitioner?

As a Relief Support Practitioner, you do not have contracted hours. This provides flexibility, allowing you to pick up shifts that suit your availability.

Please note: Relief work is offered on an as and when basis to cover sickness absence, study leave, and other staffing needs. We cannot guarantee regular or ongoing work, as the demand for relief staffing may vary over time.

Why Ark?

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

Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Practitioner or new to Social Care. This role may also be referred to as Support Worker, Care Assistant or Care Worker in other organisations.

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.

Working towards equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

All interviews are conducted in person.

If you have any questions please contact the Recruitment Team on 0131 447 9027 or at [e-mail].

Essential requirements

• Support Practitioner Competencies
• Continuous Learning
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Behaviour of Concern
• Professional Boundaries
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service