Perth Support Worker

ARK Housing Association; Perth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care provider in Scotland seeks Support Workers to aid young people in their transition to adulthood. Responsibilities include providing emotional support and working collaboratively with a skilled team. Full training is offered, making this role ideal for both experienced candidates and newcomers. The position presents opportunities for career advancement and offers various employee benefits including discounts and flexibility in hours.

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Career Progression Opportunities

Fully funded SVQ qualification

Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme

Enhanced Overtime Rate

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• Ability to support individuals in various life skills.
• Enthusiasm for aiding young people's transitions.

Responsibilities

• Work with colleagues to support vulnerable people.
• Maintain appropriate relationships with supported individuals.
• Give positive feedback and encouragement.

Skills

Passion for supporting young people

Effective team work

Communication skills

Ability to provide emotional support

Job description

Overview

Perth Support Workers

Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata

Full time contracts available!

The service in Perth is dynamic, versatile and diverse. The supported people in Perth feel settled and happy. They need support to live life to the full. They love holidays, parties and feeling safe and secure. They have strong relationships with everyone in the service, and it has that lovely family feel. Every person is unique, has a dream to fulfil and just need you there to give them that confidence they need. You will work alongside a skilled team of people just like you who all say they love the job, we need more people to grow the service.

We are looking for individuals who have a passion to support young people through their transition into adulthood. This could include college support, being in their first tenancy, enhancing life skills and supporting group activities. You will provide social, emotional and practical support to meet young people’s agreed outcomes.

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

Your main duties

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.
• View our job outline here.
• Find out what you working week could look like here.
• Hear from our current Support Workers here.

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 – Ark’s 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.
• 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 an enhanced rate.

In return for your valuable contribution

• Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata
• 4% Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 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.

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.

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.

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694