Support Worker Livingston - 450893

Ark People Housing Care; Livingston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent care organization is seeking enthusiastic Support Workers in Livingston, Scotland. This full-time position offers opportunities to support individuals with complex needs in a person-centered environment. No prior experience is necessary, as comprehensive training is provided. Support Workers will assist clients with daily activities and maintain community integration. Attractive benefits include competitive salary, employee discounts, and professional development programs. Apply now to make a positive impact in people's lives.

Benefits

Up to 36 days paid holiday per year

4% contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration

Qualifications

• Experience in care work is preferred but not essential.
• Enthusiastic and motivated individuals are encouraged to apply.
• Willingness to learn and develop personally and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living activities and personal care.
• Communicate effectively with supported people and maintain relationships.
• Update records and documentation using a management system.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Person centred approach

Education

SVQ2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Livingston Support Workers

Full time 37 hour posts & Part time 30 hours posts available - Female only**

Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata

Our Livingston service is growing!

Ark is completing work on an exciting new housing development at Crusader Rise (View the full story here: https://www.arkha.org.uk/latest/development ). Part of this development will provide housing to those with additional support needs who will require Care & Support packages.

We are now looking for Full time Support Workers to help us deliver these new Support Packages.

You will be joining our amazing team of Support Workers who already operate the small outreach service that is situated in Dedridge.

Our support workers support our people using a person centred approach to live in their own homes and to live their lives to their full potential and be included in the community.

Livingston Service already supports 3 people out in the community in their own homes. Some of these supported people need 24 hour support and others only need short periods of support.

There will be 3 new Supported People requiring 24 hour care with a variety of complex needs (including Autism, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health an Epilepsy) joining the service.

We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, and motivated individuals however experience is preferred but not essential. We will consider individuals that can demonstrate the right values and willingness to engage with their learning and development.

We offer a personalised service to meet the individual's needs this includes support to maintain their tenancies, finances, personal care, medication, health & social support.

Shifts will be on a rota basis. There will be a variety of day, evening, and sleepover shifts*.
*A sleepover shift consists of working an afternoon/evening shift, a rest period sleeping over in the service and then working a short shift in the morning. The sleepover period is over and above your contracted hours and gets paid as an additional payment of £100.80 per sleepover.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team!

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.
• View our job outline, find out what you working week could look like and hear from our current Support Workers on Arks website www.arkha.org.uk/work-with-us

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.

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

Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care.

To apply complete Arks online application form at www.arkha.org.uk/work-with-us.

CVs will not be considered.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

All interviews are conducted in person.

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694

Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, part 1) applies to this post. Applications therefore are restricted to female candidates only.

Working towards equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.