Forres Support Practitioner
Part Time 30 Hour Contract Available! Earn up to £26,526.23 per year pro rata.
A pay approach that recognises your value – from day one and beyond.
At Ark, all Support Practitioners are paid at least the Real Living Wage, currently £13.45 per hour (£25,947.47 pro rata).
After successfully completing your probation period, your hourly rate increases to £13.75 (£26,526.23 pro rata).
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.
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 Ark's Information Management system.
Qualifications / Experience
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.
Benefits
* 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.
* 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.
Why Ark?
* No Previous Experience Required – Ark provides 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 funds 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 – Ark's 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.
Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.
Scottish Charity No. SCO15694
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