Job Description

Midlothian Support Workers

Loanhead & Dalkeith

2 x Full time & 1 x Part time contract available - Female Only
Earn up to 24,307.67 per year pro rata

Midlothian service operates in both Loanhead and Dalkeith.

In Loanhead we support 6 people in 5 flats within the same block. Our supported people have a wide range of support needs including Dysphasia.

There are good transport links to Loanhead including Lothian's bus numbers 37 & 47 and Borders bus X62. There is 1 sleepover shift per day and shifts are usually approximately 8 hours e.g. 8am - 4pm or 1pm - 9pm.

Dalkeith supports 5 people within the same complex all in their own flats. Shifts are approximately 8 or 9 hours (e.g. 9-5, 9-6 or 12-8).

There are good bus transport links from Edinburgh on Lothian bus numbers 3 & 33. East Coast Bus 140 also operates between Musselburgh and Dalkeith.

During your induction and training period you will work alongside our experienced team members, once your training is complete this role will involve lone working.

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We have a great group of supported people across Loanhead & Dalkeith. Loanhead has a great community feel, there is a courtyard area where they will sit out in the summer and have parties_.' Chrissy, Care & support Manager - East & Mid Lothian

Responsibilities

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 full 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

Qualifications

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.
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.

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694

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

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Referral programme
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person