East Lothian Support Worker

Ark People Housing Care; Musselburgh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A charity organization in Musselburgh seeks enthusiastic Support Workers to join their dedicated team. This role supports individuals in a residential setting, providing care and companionship. Candidates will receive full training, and no previous experience is needed, making this an ideal entry-level opportunity in Adult Social Care.

Benefits

Employee Discounts Portal

Career Progression Opportunities

Fully funded PVG & registration

Up to 36 days paid holiday per year

4% Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; Ark provides full training.
• Get a qualification while you work.
• Communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable service users as part of an effective team.
• Provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
• Encourage and give positive feedback to individuals during activities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

SVQ2 in Health & Social Care

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Ark People Housing Care

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Musselburgh, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

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Job Description:

Support Workers

1 x Part Time post available - Female Only**

Earn up to £23,150.16 per year pro rata

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

Musselburgh supports 6 people in one block of flats. There is a sleepover shifts, early shifts starting from 8am and late shifts that can finish up to 9pm. There are great bus links with Edinburgh to our Musselburgh Service.

'We have a lovely team of Support Workers 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

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

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..
• Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.

View our full Job Outline here:

Find out what you working week could look like .

Hear from our current Support Workers .

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
  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
  Arks 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.

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
• Blue Light Card

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.

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.

**The Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, part 1) applies to this post. Applications therefore are restricted to female candidates only.