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Ark Housing Association Ltd; Michigan; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Statutory annual leave

PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid

Training provided

Job summary

ARK Housing Association is recruiting a Relief Support Practitioner for Livingston. The role offers flexible shifts (3–11 hours plus one daily sleepover) and no contracted hours, with full training provided and a supportive team environment.

You will work to a person-centred care approach, helping residents maintain independence, manage finances, and engage in community activities, with records kept on Ark's Information Management tablet.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care roles preferred but training provided.
• Flexibility to pick shifts across 3–11 hour blocks including sleepovers.
• Ability to use a tablet-based information management system.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable people in their homes as part of a small team.
• Communicate effectively with service users to maintain independence and relationships.
• Support activities and provide positive feedback and encouragement.
• Update records on Ark Information Management tablet.

Skills

Care Worker

Social Worker

Home Carer

Case Worker

Care Assistant

Autism Support Worker

Personal Care Assistant

Social Care Worker

Job description

Relief Support Practitioner - Livingston

The Livingston service is a small outreach service that is situated in Dedridge.

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

Livingston Service supports 3 people out in the community. Some of our supported people need 24 hour support and others only need short periods of support.

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

Driving is the easiest way to get between the supported people's houses however Ark can help with transport if required.

Shifts at Livingston range from 3 to 11 hours and there is also one sleepover shift per day.

'The supported people are lovely and really appreciate the support we give them. They enjoy spending time with our support workers and make even the long shifts enjoyable.' - Debbie, Care & Support Manager, Livingston

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.

What is a Relief Support Practitioner?

As a Relief Support Practitioner, you do not have contracted hours. This provides flexibility, allowing you to pick up shifts that suit your availability.

Please note: Relief work is offered on an as and when basis to cover sickness absence, study leave, and other staffing needs. We cannot guarantee regular or ongoing work, as the demand for relief staffing may vary over time.

Why Ark?

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

Statutory annual leave paid monthly based on the hours you work

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.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

All interviews are conducted in person.

Onboarding - What you need to know

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694

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.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

Company: ARK Housing Association

Hours: Full-time

Location: Livingston,, EH54 6DG

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 21 Oct 2026

Closing date: 20 Nov 2026

Summary

Relief Support Practitioner

£13.45 per hour