Support Worker Forfar
2 weeks ago
Forfar Support Worker
1 x 37 hour post available
£23,.16 per year pro rata
Support workers are at the heart of the service Ark provides, supporting people to engage with the lively community of Forfar, making the most of the activities on offer from sports and art to music and dancing. Our two services in Forfar have a wide range of ages of supported people from early twenties to late seventies. Most live in sheltered accommodation with their own flats and communal gardens and lounge area and like to live independent lives. We also have some outreach services, all have various health conditions and or learning disabilities. Our supported people love taking part in group activities and learning and are involved in speak out groups and voices groups. They love planning events and thinking of new ideas to raise money for charities which they have been very successful with in the past. They like to be involved when recruiting new staff and are always invited during this process. We have fantastic staff teams who provide caring person centred care to all supported people. Supported people all say they would like staff who are reliable caring and dedicated to enable them to live as independently as possible and so they can lead happy lives.
There are good opportunities to develop you skill in care due to the diverse variety of support needs in the service.
If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team
Your main duties will include but not be limited to:
· 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.
View our job outline, find out what you working week could look like and hear from our current Support Workers on Arks website class="ql-align-center"> 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.
· Get a qualification while you work
Ark fully fund your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care which you complete with the support of our in house SVQ team.
· Employee Discounts
Employee Discounts Portal with s 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
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.
· Contracted hours to suit you
We have Full-time, Part-time and Relief Support Worker roles available at our services throughout Scotland.
In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:
· 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
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 complete Arks online application form at .
Scottish Charity No. SCO
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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