Support Worker - Dunfermline Full time 37 hours per week Part Time 25 hours per week Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata The Ark service in Dunfermline supports 12 people with learning disabilities and autism. The support we offer differs from person to person which means being a support worker offers lots of variety. Some people are supported to live independently in their own homes while others stay with their families. Everyone is supported to say what they want their support to be like and what theyd like to achieve. This can vary from support to cook meals, go swimming, take medication, do arts and crafts, go to visit their friends or go on holiday. Shifts are varied and can be from 3 16 hours over 7 days a week. Dunfermline has great public transport links so being able to drive is not essential to work with us. 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. 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 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: 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 be paid 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 View our full job outline, find out what you working week could look like and hear from our current Support Workers on Arks website. Qualifications 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. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Support Worker by completing the online application form on our website. CVs will not be considered. Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor. Scottish Charity No. SCO15694