Edinburgh Support Worker

Ark People Housing Care; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Support Workers to join their dedicated team in Edinburgh. This role offers full-time and part-time positions, providing the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals. With comprehensive training provided, no prior experience is necessary, making it an ideal starting point for a rewarding career in Adult Social Care. Employees enjoy a range of benefits, including career progression opportunities, employee discounts, and a supportive work environment. Join a team that values compassion and commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those in need.

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Career Progression

Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme

Enhanced Overtime

Cycle to Work Scheme

Fully funded PVG & SSSC registration

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• Opportunity to gain qualifications while working.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable individuals through effective teamwork.
• Maintain accurate records using Arks Information Management system.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Record Keeping

Education

SVQ2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

£23,150.16 per year pro rata - 25/26 Pay Award Pending

Full time 37 hour posts & Part time 30 hour posts available

Ark is recruiting Full time & Part time support Workers at our 6 services across Edinburgh.

Located throughout the city our services support people with a variety of support needs, from a couple of hours a week social support to 24 hour a day care.

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

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.

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

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.

· 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 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 note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

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.