Flexible Relief Support Practitioner: Care & Autism

Ark Housing Association Ltd; 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

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