Peebles Support Worker

Overview

Peebles Support Worker
Full time 37 hours per week
Part Time 16 hours per week
Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata
The Peebles 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 Peebles 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. This includes days out to Edinburgh, Galashiels or where ever the supported person wishes to go. Bowling, cinema trips, safari park meals out, swimming, shopping.

Please note that these roles all include sleepover shifts *.

* A sleepover shift consists of working an afternoon/evening shift, a rest period sleeping over in the service and then working a short shift in the morning. The sleepover period is over and above your contracted hours and gets paid as an additional payment of £96.00 per sleepover.

• 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.

• 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

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. CVs will not be considered. Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor. All interviews are conducted in person. Scottish Charity No. SCO
15694

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.