Glenrothes Support Worker
Earn up to £24,.67 per year pro rata
2x 37 Hour - Female Only** & 2x 37 Hour contacts available.
We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate Support Workers to join our friendly team at our Glenrothes service.
We support over 20 individuals of varying ages, including younger adults, some of whom live independently in their own flats. We provide person centred support to help people live as independently, confidently and happily as possible.
Our role is to support individuals with their day to day lives whether it be in their own homes or out in the community, This may include helping people take part in activities of their choice such as shopping, socialising, attending groups, appointments, leisure activities, or simply getting out and about and doing things that matter to them.
Please note – This role may involve some physical activity, including supporting individuals who use wheelchairs.
Our services are located throughout Glenrothes and the surrounding areas which are all easy accessible via public transport.
We offer a good level of flexibility around shift patterns with varying hours. Sleepover* shifts are a requirement in the service.
**A sleepover shift consists of working during the day, a rest period sleeping over in the service and then working again the next day. The sleepover period is over and above your contracted hours and gets paid as an additional payment of £.80 per sleepover.
Please note that the 2x37 Hour - Female Only** positions requires a Full UK Drivers license.
Our Glenrothes team say:
‘I like supporting our supported people to become more independent and gain life skills. Its an extremely rewarding job and I love making a difference’– Karrie, support Worker
‘Everyone is very helpful in the Glenrothes service. We have a good team of support workers and it’s a joy to be a part of the team. There are plenty of opportunities to develop’– Zoe, Service Manager
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 Arks Information Management system.
View our job outline, find out what you working week could look like and hear from our current Support Workers on Arks website>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 s 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
Our employees told us in a recent survey that they stay with Ark because they believe in our values, we have supportive managers who continually appreciate their staff and they love making a positive difference in our supported peoples lives, helping them to achieve their dreams.
Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care.
To apply complete Arks online application form at .
CVs will not be considered.
Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.
All interviews are conducted in person.
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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.