East Lothian - Relief Support Practitioner

Ark Housing Association Ltd; Haddington, Tranent, Musselburgh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave paid monthly

PVG & SSSC registration paid

Full training provided

Job summary

ARK Housing Association is seeking Relief Support Practitioners in East Lothian (EH33 1HW) to support vulnerable individuals across our services in Haddington, Tranent, and Musselburgh. Roles are flexible with no contracted hours, suitable for those seeking varied shifts. Training is provided, and PVG/SSSC costs are covered by Ark.

Benefits include statutory annual leave paid monthly based on hours worked and a supportive team environment. Interviews are in person; closing date is 20 Nov 2026.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.
• Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Ark's Information Management system.

Job description

East Lothian service supports people in Haddington, Tranent & Musselburgh.

Tranent supports 4 people, 2 within 1 block of flats and 2 outreach. The service users in Tranent are very independent so your shift could be spent with more than 1 supported person. There are no sleepover shifts in Tranent. There are good bus links connecting Tranent and the other villages in East Lothian.

Musselburgh supports 6 people in one block of flats. There is a sleepover shift which involves working 3pm - 3pm. Other shifts include 8am - 2pm, 9am - 5pm and 3pm - 9pm. There are great bus links with Edinburgh to our Musselburgh Service.

Haddington support 8 people. There are 2 Houses of Multiple Occupancy each with 3 people in them and 2 people in their own flats. We have people who require 24 hour support at this service so it does include sleepover and longer shifts. There are good bus links between the villages in East Lothian as well as an express bus into Edinburgh.

During your induction and training period you will work alongside our experienced team members, once your training is complete this role will involve lone working.

'We have a lovely team of Support Practitioners in East Lothian who are really supportive. Our supported people love getting outside whether that be sitting on a bench for a chat or getting involved with gardening.' - Chrissy, Care & Support Manager East & Mid Lothian

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

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.

Please ensure your CV/profile contains your full employment history, qualifications and any relevant experience, as this information will be considered alongside your responses to the application questions.

Should you choose to use AI tools to support your application, we ask that you do this thoughtfully. We encourage you to ensure your application reflects your own voice, experience, and motivations. We value authenticity and want to understand your individual strengths and perspectives.

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

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

All interviews are conducted in person.

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.

Working towards equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

East Lothian - Relief Support Practitioner

Company: ARK Housing Association

Hours: Full-time

Location: East Lothian, EH33 1HW

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 21 Oct 2026

Closing date: 20 Nov 2026

Summary

Relief Support Practitioners

£13.45 per hour

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