Support Practitioner - Linlithgow

Arkha; Linlithgow; On-site; GBP 23,873 - 29,178; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme

Up to 36 days paid holiday pro rata

4% Contributory pension scheme

Cycling to Work Scheme

Fully funded PVG & one-year SSSC registration

Job summary

Arkha is seeking a dedicated female support worker in Linlithgow, UK, to provide personalized support to a small client group. Responsibilities include team-based support, maintaining care records, and encouraging individuals during activities. The position offers competitive salary, annual leave, a pension scheme, and other great benefits. Candidates are required to have a full UK driver's licence for certain roles. No CVs considered without prior experience, training provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care roles is an advantage but not essential.
• Full UK Driver’s licence required for 2 positions.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Record Keeping

Job description

Job Overview

Location: Linlithgow

Salary: Earn up to £26,526.23 per year pro rata

Full‑time position. The role requires a female candidate only as per the Equality Act 2010.

We offer a personalised support service to a small group of 9 people, including 3 in a House of Multiple Occupancy and 6 in individual homes. Tasks range from 24‑hour support to assistance with finances, shopping and social activities.

Transport: a bus stop outside the service and a train station 4 minutes away. Parking available on site.

Responsibilities

• Work with colleagues to support vulnerable people as part of an effective team.
• Communicate and work well with supported people to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
• Support individuals throughout activities, providing positive feedback and encouragement.
• Update and maintain accurate records using a tablet on Ark's Information Management system.

Shift Details

• Shift rota includes day, evening and sleepover shifts.
• A sleepover shift consists of a 3 p.m. to 3 p.m. shift with a rest period from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. The rest period is paid as an additional £100.80 per sleepover.

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience in any of the following role types is an advantage but not essential as training will be provided: Care Worker, Social Worker, Home Carer, Case Worker, Care Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant, Social Care Worker.
• Full UK Driver’s licence required for 2 of the positions.

Benefits

• Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme (up to 5 days per year).
• Up to 36 days paid holiday pro rata.
• 4% Contributory pension scheme.
• Cycling to Work Scheme.
• Fully funded PVG & one‑year SSSC registration paid by Ark.

Additional Information

Ark does not sponsor UK Visas. CVs will not be considered.