Perth Support Worker - Young People Transitioning Service

Ark People Housing Care; Perth; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Ark People Housing Care recherche des Support Workers passionnés pour aider les jeunes dans leur transition vers l'âge adulte. Pas d'expérience préalable requise, Ark fournit une formation complète, y compris un financement pour les qualifications en santé et assistance sociale. Ce rôle engageant offre des horaires flexibles, des congés annuels et des opportunités de progression professionnelle.

Benefits

Formation complète fournie

Financement SVQ2

Remises pour employés

Progression de carrière

Programme d'assistance aux employés

Congés annuels à acheter ou à vendre

Heures supplémentaires améliorées

Jours de congé payés supplémentaires

Qualifications

• Aucune expérience préalable requise; Ark offre une formation complète.
• Formation financée pour SVQ2 en Santé et Assistance Sociale.
• Être enthousiaste à l'idée de soutenir les personnes.

Responsibilities

• Travailler en équipe pour soutenir des personnes vulnérables.
• Communiquer efficacement avec des personnes soutenues et entretenir des relations appropriées.
• Tenir des dossiers précis à l'aide d'un système de gestion.

Job description

Salary: £23,555.29 per year - 25/26 pay award pending

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time, Part Time

Hours: 37 hours per week

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

Full time positions available! Part time will be considered.

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 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.

View our job outline, find out what you working week could look like and hear from our current Support Workers on Arks website www.arkha.org.uk/work-with-us

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.

· 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, Ark will also offer you:

· 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.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

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.