Midlothian - Relief Support Practitioner

ARK Housing Association; Scotland; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Statutory annual leave paid monthly

PVG & SSSC registration covered

Disability Confident employer

Job summary

ARK Housing Association is seeking a Relief Support Practitioner (Female Only) for Midlothian on-site, offering part-time hours at £13.45 per hour. The role covers Loanhead and Dalkeith, with shifts typically 8 hours and occasional sleepovers, within supported living flats.

Induction training is provided; lone working occurs after training. Ark supports essential benefits and values a caring, community-focused approach to helping vulnerable people.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care roles is an advantage but not essential.
• Ark will provide full training.
• Ability to communicate effectively with vulnerable people.
• Willingness to work shifts, including sleepovers when required.

Responsibilities

• Working with colleagues as part of an effective team to support vulnerable people.
• Communicate and work well with our supported people to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
• Support individuals throughout activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
• Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Ark's Information Management system.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Continuous Learning

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Professional Boundaries

Behaviour of Concern

Job description

Midlothian - Relief Support Practitioner

Relief Support Practitioner- Female Only**

£13.45 per hour

Company: ARK Housing Association Hours: Part-time Location: Midlothian, EH26 8ET Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 21 Oct 2026 Closing date: 20 Nov 2026

Midlothian service operates in both Loanhead and Dalkeith.

In Loanhead we support 6 people in 5 flats within the same block. Our supported people have a wide range of support needs including Dysphasia.

There are good transport links to Loanhead including Lothian's bus numbers 37 & 47 and Borders bus X62. There is 1 sleepover shift per day and shifts are usually approximately 8 hours e.g. 8am - 4pm or 1pm - 9pm.

Dalkeith supports 5 people within the same complex all in their own flats. Shifts are approximately 8 or 9 hours (e.g. 9-5, 9-6 or 12-8).

There are good bus transport links from Edinburgh on Lothian bus numbers 3 & 33. East Coast Bus 140 also operates between Musselburgh and Dalkeith.

During your induction and training period you will work alongside our experienced team members, once your training is complete this role will involve lone working.

‘We have a great group of supported people across Loanhead & Dalkeith. Loanhead has a great community feel, there is a courtyard area where they will sit out in the summer and have parties.’ Chrissy, Care & support Manager - East & Mid Lothian

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.

What is a Relief Support Practitioner?

As a Relief Support Practitioner, you do not have contracted hours. This provides flexibility, allowing you to pick up shifts that suit your availability.

Please note: Relief work is offered on an as and when basis to cover sickness absence, study leave, and other staffing needs. We cannot guarantee regular or ongoing work, as the demand for relief staffing may vary over time.

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 & 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.

If you have any questions please contact the Recruitment Team on 0131 447 9027 or at [e-mail].

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

All interviews are conducted in person.

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.

Working towards equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.

Essential requirements

Support Practitioner Competencies

• Continuous Learning


• Communication


• Teamwork


• Behaviour of Concern


• Professional Boundaries


• Problem Solving


• Customer Service

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident: Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.