Forres Support Worker

ARK Housing Association; Forres; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A social care organization in Forres is seeking a part-time Support Worker. The role involves supporting vulnerable individuals and includes full training. The ideal candidate should have a caring disposition and a willingness to develop professionally. Benefits include up to 36 days paid holiday per year, a contributory pension scheme, and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Fully funded SVQ2 in Health & Social Care

Career Progression Opportunities

Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme

Enhanced Overtime Rates

Qualifications

• No previous experience required as full training is provided.
• Enthusiastic about supporting vulnerable individuals.
• Willingness to invest in professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable people as part of a team.
• Maintain appropriate relationships with supported individuals.
• Update and maintain accurate records using a tablet.

Skills

Caring disposition

Effective communication

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Forres Support Worker

Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata

Part Time 30 Hour Contract Available!

Ark Forres provides support to 15 people enabling them to live independent healthy lives in their own home and in the community. Every day is unique and by the end of your working day you’re left feeling fulfilled. We have a supportive staff team and a positive work place culture. At Ark Forres we want new people to be a part of our growing team and in turn you should have a caring disposition and want to invest in your own professional development. If you want to be part of an innovative team of staff, expand your career in care or are just starting your journey then please apply.

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Additional information

View our job outline here.

Find out what your working week could look like here.

Hear from our current Support Workers here.

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 be paid an enhanced rate.

Benefits

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.

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.