Support Worker

Ark Housing Association Ltd; Perth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Perth, Scotland, is seeking passionate individuals for the Support Worker role focused on helping young people transition into adulthood. The position offers full-time and part-time opportunities, including sleepover shifts with additional payment. Responsibilities include providing emotional and practical support, maintaining records, and working as part of a supportive team. Employees benefit from a generous leave scheme, enhanced overtime, and professional training funded by the organization. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact, apply now!

Benefits

Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme

Enhanced Overtime

Up to 36 days paid holiday

4% Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Fully funded PVG & SSSC registration

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about helping others transition to adulthood.
• Willingness to work in a team environment.
• Ability to provide emotional and practical support.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with their daily activities.
• Maintain accurate records using a management system.
• Encourage and give positive feedback to young people.

Skills

Passion for supporting young people

Ability to communicate effectively

Teamwork skills

Record-keeping skills

Job description

Support Worker Perth - Young People Transitioning from Children to Adult services

Young People Transitioning from Children to Adult services

Full time & Part timepositions available!

Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata

We are looking for individuals who have a passion to support young people through their transition into adulthood. This could include college support, being in their first tenancy, enhancing life skills andsupporting group activities.You will provide social, emotional and practical support to meet young people’s agreed outcomes.

Please note that this role includes Sleepover shifts.

*A sleepover shift consists of working during the day, a rest period sleeping over in the service and then working again the next day. The sleepover period is over and above your contracted hours and gets paid as an additional payment of £100.80 per sleepover.

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.
• Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.
• Find out what you working week could look like here.

Hear from our current Support Workers here.

In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:

• 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.
• Enhanced Overtime
  Any hours worked by a Support Worker over full-time contractual hours, will be eligible to be paid an enhanced rate.
• 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.

Apply now to join us at this exciting time as our service grows by clicking the link below.

CVs will not be considered.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.