Linlithgow Support Worker

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Contract Opportunities - Female Only

4 x Contract Available (variety of hours) - Female Only**

Earn up to £23,150.16 per year pro rata

Linlithgow Service supports 9 people. There are 3 people in a House of Multiple Occupancy and 6 in their own individual homes. All houses are situated around one courtyard, creating a community feel among both supported individuals and support workers. Support needs vary from 24-hour support (including hoist and personal care) to assistance with finances, shopping, and social activities.

Our support workers use a person-centered approach to help individuals live their lives to their full potential and feel included in the community.

We offer personalized services tailored to individual needs, including support to maintain tenancies, finances, personal care, health, and social activities.

Transport options include a bus stop outside with routes to Edinburgh, Falkirk, Grangemouth, Bo'ness, and surrounding villages. The train station is a 4-minute walk, and on-site parking is available.

Shifts at Linlithgow range from 4 to 16 hours, including 3 sleepover shifts per day.

"The best thing about working at Linlithgow service is the great community feel. The team is welcoming, and the supported people are fun and humorous." - Deborah, Care & Support Manager

Note: 2 positions require a Full UK Driver's License.

If you're enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives, apply now to join our team!

Main Duties:

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support vulnerable service users.
• Communicate effectively with individuals to provide personalized care and build appropriate relationships.
• Support individuals during activities, offering positive feedback and encouragement.

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Why Ark?

• No Previous Experience Required
  Full training provided, making these roles ideal for starting a career in Adult Social Care.
• Get a qualification while you work
  Ark funds your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care, supported by our in-house SVQ team.
• Employee Discounts
  Access discounts on brands, groceries, cinema tickets, gym memberships, and holidays.
• Career Progression
  Over 75% of managers started as support workers and were promoted internally.
• Employee Assistance Program
  Access to counseling, webinars, and support via the EAP website and app.
• Contracted hours to suit you
  Full-time, part-time, and relief roles available across Scotland.

We also offer:

• Up to 36 days paid holiday per year (pro-rata)
• 4% Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Fully funded PVG and 1st-year SSSC registration
• Blue Light Card

Our staff value our supportive management, shared values, and the positive impact they make in supported people's lives.

Ark welcomes applications from both experienced and new support workers.

To apply, click the link below.

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694

Previous experience in roles like Care Worker, Social Worker, Home Carer, etc., is advantageous but not essential, as full training is provided.

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