At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals in activities and maintain accurate records using a tablet.
- Company: Ark provides person-centred care to a diverse range of supported people in Forfar.
- Benefits: Enjoy statutory annual leave paid monthly and fully funded PVG.
- Other info: Relief role offers flexible shifts based on availability.
- Why this job: Join a dedicated team supporting individuals to live independently and happily.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm for supporting vulnerable people and ability to work effectively in a team.
The predicted salary is between 13.45 - 13.45 £ per hour.
Support Practitioners are at the heart of the service Ark provides, supporting people to engage with the lively community of Forfar, making the most of the activities on offer from sports and art to music and dancing. Our two services in Forfar have a wide range of ages of supported people from early twenties to late seventies. Most live in sheltered accommodation with their own flats and communal gardens and lounge area and like to live independent lives. We also have some outreach services, all have various health conditions and or learning disabilities.
Our supported people love taking part in group activities and learning and are involved in speak out groups and voices groups. They love planning events and thinking of new ideas to raise money for charities which they have been very successful with in the past. They like to be involved when recruiting new staff and are always invited during this process. We have fantastic staff teams who provide caring person centred care to all supported people. Supported people all say they would like staff who are reliable, caring and dedicated to enable them to live as independently as possible and so they can lead happy lives.
There are good opportunities to develop your skills in care due to the diverse variety of support needs in the service. 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.
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.
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.
Relief Support Practitioner - Forfar employer: Arkha
Ark is committed to providing high-quality support to individuals in Forfar, with a focus on community engagement. Employees enjoy benefits like fully funded PVG and statutory leave. The team values reliability and dedication in delivering person-centred care.
