Support Practitioner - Forres

Ark Housing Association Ltd; United Kingdom; À distance; GBP 25 000 - 31 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Real Living Wage

Cycle to Work

Contributory pension

PVG & SSSC registration funded

Résumé du poste

Ark Forres is seeking a part-time Support Practitioner to help vulnerable people live independently at home and in the community. The role is based in Forres and pays a pro-rata salary that reflects the Real Living Wage with a guaranteed progression after probation.

Starting pay is aligned with £13.45 per hour, increasing to £13.75 after probation, with a pro-rata annual salary up to £27,960.08. Ark offers a supportive team and training to ensure quality, person-centred care.

Responsabilités

• 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 Ark's Information Management system.
• All Ark's Support Practitioner roles may involve personal care.

Description du poste

Location: Forres Salary: Earn up to £27,960.08 per year pro rata Part time

Earn up to £27,960.08 per year pro rata

A pay approach that recognises your value - from day one and beyond.

At Ark, all Support Practitioners are paid at least the Real Living Wage, currently £13.45 per hour (£27,350.04 pro rata).

After successfully completing your probation period, your hourly rate increases to £13.75 (£27,960.08 pro rata).

We recognise the responsibility of this role, and have chosen to build in a clear and guaranteed pay progression - reflecting the commitment, skill and consistency it takes to do this job well.

It’s one of the ways we aim to support a more sustainable and valued social care workforce.

Ark Forres provides support to 15 people enabling them to live independent healthy lives in their own home and in the community. Every day is unique and by the end of your working day your left feeling fulfilled. We have a supportive staff team and a positive work place culture.

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.

All Arks Support Practitioner roles may involve personal care.

Why Ark?

In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:

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.

• 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 Practitioner or new to Social Care.

CVs will not be considered.

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.

Working towards equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.