Relief Support Practitioner

Ark Housing Association Ltd; Arbroath; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Statutory annual leave paid monthly

PVG & 1st year SSSC registration

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Ark Housing Association Ltd. is seeking a Relief Support Worker in Arbroath to assist individuals with disabilities at home and in the community. The role offers flexible shifts across multiple locations and requires compassionate, patient care and good record-keeping.

You will work with a team to support personal care, skill development, and social activities, using a tablet to update records on Ark IM. Training is provided, and CVs are not accepted.

Qualifications

• Experience in caring or social care is advantageous, full training provided.
• Flexibility to pick up shifts as needed.
• Good communication and rapport with people with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in home and community activities.
• Record progress on tablets using Ark IM information management system.
• Work as part of a team to deliver care and activities and provide positive feedback.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Empathy

Job description

Relief Support Worker - Arbroath

£13.45 per hour

Arbroath currently have two teams working over Arbroath, Brechin, Friockheim and Carnoustie. We support individuals with a range of disabilities aged between 20 to70. We support individuals within their own home and also individuals who stay with their family. Support required ranges from personal care, developing skills to live independently, social support out in the community and to attend college where they can further their knowledge. We support our supported people to work towards outcomes which can include going on holidays abroad and closer to home to experience life to its fullest. We have a space for supported people to meet and build relationships with each other doing a range of activities.

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 will carry out all the same duties while on shift as our Support Practitioners. As you do not have contracted hours it gives you the flexibility to only pick up shifts when it suits you.

**Please note: Relief work is on an as and when basis to cover for sickness absence, study leave and other staff contingencies. We cannot guarantee you regular or continued use as the need for relief staffing changes from time to time.

Hear from our current Support Practitioner here.

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
• 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.

CV’s will not be accepted.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

Supporting Documents:

Onboarding - What you need to know

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.

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