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Earn up to £23,555.29 per year pro rata - 25/26 Pay Award Pending
Full-time contracts available - Female Only**
The Galashiels service provides support to individuals within Galashiels and the surrounding towns through activities such as horse riding, golf, bowling, and tennis. These activities enable our supported people to live full lives and engage with local communities around the Borders. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team and promote independence and life skills. We are actively involved in activities and groups, always aiming for new outcomes, supporting a wide range of people with their daily living. Join us and help deliver high-quality care that allows people to reach their full potential.
If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives, apply now to join our team!
Your main duties will include but are not limited to:
* Supporting vulnerable service users as part of an effective team.
* Communicating effectively with individuals to provide tailored care and build appropriate relationships.
* Supporting individuals during activities, providing positive feedback and encouragement.
* Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.
Find out what your working week could look like.
Hear from our current Support Workers.
Why Ark?
* No Previous Experience Required
We provide full training, making our Support Worker roles ideal for starting your career in Adult Social Care.
* Get a qualification while you work
Ark funds your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care, supported by our in-house SVQ team.
* Employee Discounts
Access discounts on brands, supermarkets, cinema tickets, gyms, and holidays through our Employee Discounts Portal.
* Career Progression
Over 75% of managers in Care & Support have been promoted internally.
* Employee Assistance Program
Access counselling, webinars, and resources via our EAP Website & App.
* Contracted hours to suit you
Full-time, part-time, and relief roles available across Scotland.
* Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme
Option to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave annually.
* Enhanced Overtime
Hours worked over full-time hours are paid at an enhanced rate.
In return, Ark offers:
* Up to 36 days paid holiday per year (pro-rata)
* 4% Contributory pension scheme
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Fully funded PVG & first-year SSSC registration
Our staff value our supportive management and our mission to make a positive difference in the lives of those we support.
Ark welcomes applications from both experienced Support Workers and newcomers to Social Care.
To apply, click the link below. CVs will not be accepted. Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.
Supporting Documents:
Scottish Charity No. SCO15694
Previous experience in roles such as Care Worker, Social Worker, Home Carer, Case Worker, Care Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant, or Social Care Worker is advantageous but not essential, as full training is provided.
We are committed to equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.
**The Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, part 1) applies to this post. Applications are restricted to female candidates only.
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