Relief Support Practitioner - Edinburgh

Ark Housing Association Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer

Job summary

ARK Housing Association is seeking Relief Support Practitioners to work across Edinburgh locations, providing flexible relief staffing to support vulnerable people. Duties include working with colleagues, providing individual care, updating records using Arks IMS on a tablet, and maintaining positive relationships.

Relief roles have no contracted hours and are offered as and when needed to cover sickness or other staffing needs.

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, Support Worker.

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.

Skills

Care Worker

Social Worker

Home Carer

Case Worker

Care Assistant

Autism Support Worker

Personal Care Assistant

Social Care Worker

Support Worker

Job description

Edinburgh - Relief Support Practitioners

Located throughout the city our services support people with a variety of support needs, from a couple of hours a week social support to 24 hour a day care.

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.

What is a Relief Support Practitioner?

As a Relief Support Practitioner, you do not have contracted hours. This provides flexibility, allowing you to pick up shifts that suit your availability.

Please note: Relief work is offered on an as and when basis to cover sickness absence, study leave, and other staffing needs. We cannot guarantee regular or ongoing work, as the demand for relief staffing may vary over time.

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

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 experienced or new to Social Care.

Should you choose to use AI tools to support your application, we ask that you do this thoughtfully. We encourage you to ensure your application reflects your own voice, experience and motivations. We value authenticity and want to understand your individual strengths and perspectives.

If you have any questions please contact the Recruitment Team on 0131 447 9027 or at [e-mail].

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

All interviews are conducted in person.

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, Support Worker.

Department

Care & Support

Role

Relief Support Worker

Locations

Southhouse, Quartermile, Hoseasons, Broomhouse, Southhouse Autism Unit, Oxgangs

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

13.45 an hour

Company: ARK Housing Association

Hours: Full-time

Location: Edinburgh, EH17 8HG

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 21 Oct 2026

Closing date: 20 Nov 2026