Support Practitioner - St Andrews

Ark Housing Association Ltd; St Andrews; 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

4% contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration

Job summary

Ark Housing Association Ltd is seeking a full-time support worker in St Andrews, Scotland. The role includes supporting vulnerable individuals and maintaining their well-being through personalized care. An initial hourly wage of £13.45 rises after probation. Benefits include up to 36 days of paid holiday, a pension scheme, and various flexible shift patterns. Previous experience in care roles is an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided. Join us in promoting equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care roles is an advantage but not essential.
• Full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable people in a community setting.
• Maintain accurate records using a tablet.
• Provide personal care in a respectful manner.

Job description

Job Overview

Location: St Andrews
Salary: Earn up to £26,526.23 per year pro rata
Full time

An initial hourly rate of £13.45 (Real Living Wage) increases to £13.75 after successful completion of the probation period. The role includes a clear, guaranteed pay progression that reflects commitment, skill and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable people as part of an efficient team within a community setting.
• Communicate and work well with supported individuals to provide personalized care and maintain appropriate relationships.
• Assist individuals throughout activities, offering positive feedback and encouragement.
• Update and maintain accurate records using a tablet on Ark's Information Management system.
• Provide personal care where required, in a respectful and dignified manner.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in roles such as Care Worker, Social Worker, Home Carer, Case Worker, Care Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant, or Social Care Worker is an advantage but not essential.
• Ark will provide full training.

Benefits & Pay

• Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme – Employees can buy or sell additional leave up to a maximum of 5 days 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.

We offer a good level of flexibility around shift patterns. Shifts run across seven days with early shifts starting from 7:00 am and late shifts finishing at 10:00 pm. Sleepover shifts are required, with an additional payment of £100.80 per sleepover.

Working towards equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.