Dunfermline Relief Support Worker

Ark Housing Association Ltd; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Ark Housing Association is seeking a Dunfermline Relief Support Worker to provide personalized care and support for individuals with learning disabilities and autism. This part-time role offers flexibility and the opportunity to make a positive impact in the community. Applicants will receive full training, and previous experience is welcomed but not essential.

Benefits

Statutory annual leave paid monthly

Fully funded PVG & 1st-year SSSC registration

Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Experience in social care roles such as Care Worker, Social Worker, or similar is advantageous.
• Enthusiasm for supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable individuals in various activities and daily living.
• Communicate effectively to build positive relationships.
• Maintain accurate records using Ark's Information Management system.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Empathy

Job description

Location: Dunfermline
Salary: £12.00 per hour - 25/26 Pay Award Pending
Part time

Dunfermline Relief Support Worker

£12.00 per hour - 25/26 Pay Award Pending

The Ark service in Dunfermline supports 12 people with learning disabilities and autism. The support we offer varies from person to person, offering lots of variety. Some individuals are supported to live independently, while others live with their families. Everyone is encouraged to express their support needs and goals, which may include cooking meals, swimming, taking medication, arts and crafts, visiting friends, or holidays.

Shifts are varied, ranging from 3 to 16 hours, across 7 days a week. Dunfermline has excellent public transport links, so being a driver is not essential.

"The best thing about working at Dunfermline service is the great community feel. Supported people enjoy spending time together and often meet for meals and activities. The team is welcoming, and supported people are fun and humorous," – Sean Montgomery, Care and Support Manager

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

Your main duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Working collaboratively with colleagues to support vulnerable individuals.
• Communicating effectively with supported people to provide personalized care and build positive relationships.
• Supporting individuals during activities, providing positive feedback and encouragement.
• Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Ark's Information Management system.

What is a Relief Support Worker?

As a Relief Support Worker, you will perform the same duties as Support Workers during your shifts. Since this role is on an as-needed basis, it offers flexibility to pick up shifts that suit your availability.

Note: Relief work is on an as-and-when basis to cover staff absences and contingencies. Regular or ongoing shifts cannot be guaranteed as staffing needs change.

• In return, Ark offers:
• Statutory annual leave paid monthly based on hours worked
• Fully funded PVG & 1st-year SSSC registration
• Blue Light Card

Our staff stay with Ark because they believe in our values, appreciate supportive management, and enjoy making a positive difference in supported people's lives, helping them achieve their dreams.

Ark welcomes applications from both experienced Support Workers and those new to social care. Full training will be provided.

To apply, click the link below.

Please note: Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694

Previous experience in roles such as Care Worker, Social Worker, Home Carer, Case Worker, Care Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant, or Social Care Worker is advantageous but not essential.