Hawick Relief Support Practitioner
£13.45 per hour. (Pay award pending – the new rate will be confirmed at interview, subject to formal agreement)
The Hawick service provides support to individuals within the town which enables them to live full lives and be involved in the local community. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team and promote independence and life skills to our supported people. We are actively involved in activities and groups in Hawick and support a wide range of people with their day‑to‑day living.
Join our team and help us continue to deliver a high standard of care which allows people to live their lives to the fullest potential.
Responsibilities
* 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.
What is Relief?
As a Relief Support Practitioner, you do not have contracted hours. This provides flexibility, allowing you to pick up shifts that suit your availability. 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.
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.
* Flexibility to fit shifts round your life – With our relief roles you only pick up the shifts that suit you.
* 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.
* Employee Discounts – Employee Discounts Portal with thousands of discounts on your favourite brands including supermarkets, cinema tickets, gym membership and holidays.
Benefits
* Statutory annual leave paid monthly based on the hours you work.
* Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid by Ark.
Previous experience of the following is an advantage but not essential as Ark will provide full training. This role may also be referred to as Support Worker, Care Assistant or Care Worker in other organisations.
Scottish Charity No. SCO15694
Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.
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