Midlothian - Support Practitioner

Arkha

Dalkeith

On-site

GBP 25,947 - 26,526

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme

Paid holidays up to 36 days per year pro rata

4% Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration

Job summary

A social care organization is seeking Female Support Practitioners in Dalkeith and Loanhead. The role involves supporting vulnerable individuals and requires excellent communication and teamwork skills. Full training will be provided, and candidates with backgrounds in care work are preferred. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual leave schemes, and a contributory pension. Applicants must be female per the Equality Act 2010 due to specific service requirements.

Qualifications

Previous experience as a Care Worker, Social Worker, or similar is an advantage but not essential.
Willingness to work towards equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

Support vulnerable people as part of a team.
Communicate effectively with supported individuals.
Provide individual care and maintain relationships.
Update records using Ark's Information Management system.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Care Support

Job description

Location: Loanhead & Dalkeith | Salary: Earn up to £26,526.23 per year pro rata | Full time

Midlothian Support Practitioners - Loanhead & Dalkeith - Female Only

Earn up to £26,526.23 per year pro rata

A pay approach that recognises your value - from day one and beyond.

At Ark, all Support Practitioners are paid at least the Real Living Wage, currently £13.45 per hour (£25,947.47 pro rata).

After successfully completing your probation period, your hourly rate increases to £13.75 (£26,526.23 pro rata).

We recognise the responsibility of this role, and have chosen to build in a clear and guaranteed pay progression – reflecting the commitment, skill and consistency it takes to do this job well.

It’s one of the ways we aim to support a more sustainable and valued social care workforce.

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.

Dalkeith supports 5 people within the same complex all in their own flats.

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

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.

Qualifications

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.

Benefits

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.