Forth Valley - Relief Support Practitioners

Arkha; Grangemouth; On-site; GBP 14,320 - 20,395; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Statutory annual leave

Fully funded PVG

1st year SSSC registration paid

Blue light card

Job summary

A community care provider in Grangemouth seeks Relief Support Workers to support individuals with various needs. This role requires effective teamwork and communication skills to maintain supportive relationships. As a Relief Support Worker, you'll enjoy flexible shifts and receive comprehensive training. Applicants should be enthusiastic about helping others live fulfilling lives. Join our dedicated team today!

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives.
• Flexible to pick up shifts as a Relief Support Worker.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable people as part of a team.
• Maintain appropriate relationships with supported individuals.
• Encourage individuals and provide positive feedback.
• Update records using a tablet system.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Record keeping

Empathy

Job description

Location: Forth Valley Salary: £12.60 per hour Part time

Relief Support Workers

£12.60 per hour

Forth Valley service supports people in Grangemouth and Alloa.

Grangemouth Care Home:Has been established since 1990 and we provide long term care to people with learning disabilities. The service is an 8 bedded facility over two floors and located in a rural community.

Grangemouth Outreach Service:Supports 11 people. We support people in their individual homes.Support needs within the service range from 24 hour a day support with those who require support with personal care to those who just need help with finances, shopping and social activities.

Alloa HMO:Supports 8 people who live together in an HMO (House of multiple occupants) they have their own rooms but share other facilities such as kitchen and bathrooms.

Alloa Outreach:We currently support people in their own homes around the Clackmannanshire area. The supported people have a range of disabilities and ages.

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.

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

What is a Relief Support Worker?

As a Relief Support Worker you will carry out all the same duties while on shift as our Support Workers. As you do not have contracted hours it gives you the flexibility to only pick up shifts when it suits you.*

*Please note: Relief work is on an as and when basis to cover for sickness absence, study leave and other staff contingencies. We cannot guarantee you regular or continued use as the need for relief staffing changes from time to time.*

Hear from our current Support Workershere .

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 & 1 st year SSSC registration paid by Ark
• Blue light card

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.

CV’s will not be accepted.

CV’s will not be accepted.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

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.

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