Stornoway Support Worker

Ark Housing Association Ltd; Stornoway; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 36 days paid holiday per year

4% Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid

Job summary

Ark Housing Association Ltd in Stornoway is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help individuals live fulfilling lives in their community. You will work as part of a friendly team to provide everyday care and support.

Full training is provided, no previous experience is required, and Ark funds your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care.

With benefits including generous annual leave, pension, cycle to work, and PVG/SSSC registration support, this is a rewarding starting point for a career in social care.

Qualifications

• No Previous Experience Required
• Ark fully fund your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care

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.

Education

SVQ2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Location: Stornoway Salary: Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata Full time

Stornoway Support Worker

Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata

The Stornoway service provides support to individuals within the town which enables them to live full lives and be involved in the local community. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team and promote independence and life skills to our supported people. We are actively involved in activities and groups in Stornoway and support a wide range of people with their day to day living. Join our team and help us continue to deliver a high standard of care which allows people to live their lives to the fullest potential.

There are good opportunities to develop you skill in care due to the diverse variety of support needs in the service.

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.

Find out what you working week could look likehere .

Hear from our current Support Workershere

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.

CV’s will not be accepted.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

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.