St Andrews - Relief Support Practitioners

Ark Housing Association Ltd; St Andrews; Hybrid; GBP 15,286 - 21,771; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Statutory annual leave

Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration

Job summary

Ark Housing Association Ltd is seeking compassionate Support Practitioners in St Andrews. Join our friendly team to support individuals living independently in their own flats. As a Relief Support Practitioner, you will work flexibly, providing positive support and encouragement. Previous experience in care roles is advantageous but full training will be offered. Enjoy statutory annual leave and a supportive working environment. Our service is well-connected and fosters a welcoming community spirit.

Qualifications

• Experience in care roles such as Care Worker or Home Carer is advantageous but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and receive full training from Ark.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable people as part of an effective team.
• Provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
• Offer positive feedback and encouragement during activities.
• Update and maintain accurate records using a tablet.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Compassion

Record Keeping

Job description

£13.45 per hour

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate Support Practitioners to join our friendly team at our St Andrews service.

We support around 20 individuals living independently in their own flats, helping them with their day‑to‑day lives so they can live as independently and confidently as possible. All flats are located within the same building, creating a welcoming community feel and meaning there is no travel between sites, there is always a supportive staff team on hand.

Our service is ideally located just a 5‑minute walk from St Andrews bus station, with regular connections to the rest of Fife, Dundee and surrounding areas.

About the role

• 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

Previous experience (advantage)

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

Equal opportunities

Working towards equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.