Support Worker - Edinburgh Clermiston - 450873

Ark is recruiting full-time Support Workers at our Hoseasons service located in the Clermiston area of Edinburgh. Hoseasons service supports 5 people in Clermiston. All our supported people live within the same street as our office, meaning that there is always support from other team members nearby. We support people with a wide range of support needs including autism and physical disabilities. 3 of our supported people require 24-hour support with 2 requiring 2 to 1 care. The other 2 supported people require drop-in support throughout the day including housing, social, and medication support.

Please note that this role includes Sleepover shifts. A sleepover shift consists of working during the day, a rest period sleeping over in the service between 11pm - 7am, and then working again the next day. Sleepover shifts are typically 24 hours in length (e.g. 10am - 10am or 3pm - 3pm). 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 Ark's Information Management system.

Why Ark?

• No Previous Experience Required: Ark provides 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 funds 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: Ark's 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 for 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

Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care. To apply, click the link below. CVs will not be considered. Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor. All interviews are conducted in person. Scottish Charity No. SCO15694.

The 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.