Midlothian Support Workers

ARK Housing Association; Dalkeith; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Dalkeith seeks female Support Workers to assist vulnerable individuals. This role offers full training without needing prior experience, career progression opportunities, and additional benefits like employee discounts and enhanced overtime pay. The position involves working as part of a team to provide care and maintain records. Applicants are encouraged to apply through the organization's website.

Benefits

Up to 36 days paid holiday per year

4% contributory pension scheme

Employee discounts portal

Career progression opportunities

Fully funded training and registration

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• Ability to communicate and maintain appropriate relationships with supported individuals.
• Responsible for updating records using a tablet.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable people collaboratively with colleagues.
• Provide individual care and encourage positive feedback.
• Maintain accurate records on the information management system.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Job description

Midlothian Support Workers

Earn up to £23,555.29 per year pro rata - 25/26 Pay Award Pending

2 x Full time & 1 x Part time posts available - Female Only**

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).

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.

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

'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.

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.
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
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 payed an enhanced rate;
Cycle to Work Scheme
Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid by Ark
Blue Light Card
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 complete Arks online application form at www.arkha.org.uk/work-with-us .

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.

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