Support Practitioner – Edinburgh

Urgent

Job Description

Location & Salary

Edinburgh – Full time and part time contracts available. Salary: Earn up to £26,526.23 per year pro rata.

Role Overview

Edinburgh Support Practitioner – providing care and support for vulnerable people across six services in Edinburgh.

Responsibilities

  • Work effectively with colleagues as part of a supportive team.
  • Communicate and build positive relationships with supported people.
  • Provide individual care, encouraging progress and maintaining appropriate relationships.
  • Support individuals through activities, giving positive feedback.
  • Update and maintain accurate records using a tablet on Ark’s Information Management system.

Experience & Training

Previous experience is an advantage but not essential; Ark will provide full training. Roles that would give relevant experience include Care Worker, Social Worker, Home Carer, Case Worker, Care Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant, Social Care Worker.

Benefits

  • Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata.
  • Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration.
  • Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme – up to 5 days (or 1 working week for part time staff) per year.
  • 4% Contributory pension scheme.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.

Additional Information

CNVs will not be considered.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

Ark believes in supportive management, lifelong learning and making a positive impact in the lives of supported people. Join a team that values your contribution and supports career progression.

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