<div><h3><b>East Lothian Support Practitioners - Haddington - Female Only</b></h3><p>Earn up to £27,960.08 per year pro rata</p><p>A pay approach that recognises your value - from day one and beyond.</p><p>At Ark, all Support Practitioners are paid at least the Real Living Wage, currently £13.45 per hour (£27,350.04 pro rata).</p><p>After successfully completing your probation period, your hourly rate increases to £13.75 (£27,960.08 pro rata).</p><p>We recognise the responsibility of this role, and have chosen to build in a clear and guaranteed pay progression - reflecting the commitment, skill and consistency it takes to do this job well.</p><p>It’s one of the ways we aim to support a more sustainable and valued social care workforce.</p><p>East Lothian service supports people in Haddington, Tranent & Musselburgh.</p><p>Haddington supports 8 people. There are 2 Houses of Multiple Occupancy each with 3 people in them and 2 people in their own flats. We have people who require 24‑hour support at this service, so it includes sleepover and longer shifts. There are good bus links between the villages in East Lothian as well as an express bus into Edinburgh.</p><p>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.</p><p>We have a lovely team of Support Practitioners in East Lothian who are really supportive. Our supported people love getting outside whether that be sitting on a bench for a chat or getting involved with gardening. - Chrissy, Care & Support Manager East & Mid Lothian</p><h3>Your main duties will include but not be limited to:</h3><ul><li>Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable people.</li><li>Communicating and working well with our supported people to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.</li><li>Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.</li><li>Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.</li></ul><h3>Why Ark?</h3><p>In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:</p><ul><li>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.</li><li>Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata</li><li>4% contributory pension scheme</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li><li>Fully funded PVG & first‑year SSSC registration paid by Ark</li></ul><h3>Previous experience of the following is an advantage but not essential as Ark will provide full training:</h3><ul><li>Care Worker</li><li>Social worker</li><li>Home Carer</li><li>Case Worker</li><li>Care Assistant</li><li>Autism Support Worker</li><li>Personal Care Assistant</li><li>Social Care Worker</li></ul><h3>The Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, part 1) applies to this post. Applications therefore are restricted to female candidates only.</h3></div>