Grangemouth Outreach
Relief Support Worker
£12.00 per hour
Ark is a major provider of Housing, Care and Support to people with long term and enduring conditions such as learning disabilities, mental health issues, dementia and autism. Our aim is to ensure that those who use our services get the very best out of Ark to enable them to live as independently as possible and lead a happy life.
Grangemouth Outreach Service supports 11 people. We support people in their individual homes. All the houses are within walking distance to each other which means there is a real community feel amongst both the Supported People and the Support Workers. Support needs within the service range from 24 hour a day support with those who require support with personal care to those who just need help with finances, shopping and social activities.
There is a bus stop approximately 2 minutes walking distance from each person house and buses are regular going to Falkirk where there is a train station. Car parking is also available on site.
Shifts at Grangemouth Outreach range from 4 hours to 16 hours and there are 4 sleepover shifts per day.
'The best thing about working at Grangemouth Outreach service is that is has a great community feel. The team are really welcoming and the supported people are great fun (and have an amazing sense of humour).'
Join Ark and your working week could look like this:
Monday - go swimming
Tuesday -make someone feel safe
Wednesday - go shopping and prepare food
Thursday - plan for the future
Friday - listen
We provide support to people with a wide variety of needs in their homes. You’d be required to support them to maintain their tenancies, stay safe and well, attend activities and be part of their local community. You could be supporting a variety of people over a flexible shift pattern.
If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then join our team.
Ark is looking for dedicated and caring individuals who are committed to making a difference in our supported people’s lives. Your role will be to provide practical, emotional and social support. Ark offers a detailed induction and training programme designed to ensure you have all the skills you need for the job. First and foremost you will align with Ark’s values – Trust, Respect, Understanding, Equality and Integrity.
Your main duties will be but not limited to:
Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable service users.
Communicate and work well with individuals to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
Carry out tasks in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines.
Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
What is a Relief Support Worker?
As a Relief Support Worker you will carry out all the same duties while on shift as our Support Workers. As you do not have contracted hours it gives you the flexibility to only pick up shifts when it suits you.*
*Please note: Relief work is on an as and when basis to cover for sickness absence, study leave and other staff contingencies. We cannot guarantee you regular or continued use as the need for relief staffing changes from time to time.
View our job outline here.
Find out what you working week could look like here.
Hear from our current Support Workers here.
Why Ark?
In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:
Statutory annual leave paid monthly based on the hours you work
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 click the link below.
Scottish Charity No. SCO15694
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.
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