AI Job Summary

Experience working with vulnerable individuals with complex needs.
Hold SCQF level 6 qualification or be able to undertake it to meet SSSC registration.
Relief position with no contracted hours; able to cover shifts as required (incl. weekends/evenings).

Role Type

On-site • Temporary • Casual • See Job Outline

Pay Rate

£13.44 GBP – £13.45 GBP (Hour)

Description

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.

What is a Relief Support Practitioner?

As a Relief Support Practitioner, you do not have contracted hours. This provides flexibility, allowing you to pick up shifts that suit your availability.

Please note: Relief work is offered on an as and when basis to cover sickness absence, study leave, and other staffing needs. We cannot guarantee regular or ongoing work, as the demand for relief staffing may vary over time.

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 Practitioner or new to Social Care. This role may also be referred to as Support Worker, Care Assistant or Care Worker in other organisations.

Please ensure your CV/profile contains your full employment history, qualifications and any relevant experience, as this information will be considered alongside your responses to the application questions.

Should you choose to use AI tools to support your application, we ask that you do this thoughtfully. We encourage you to ensure your application reflects your own voice, experience, and motivations. We value authenticity and want to understand your individual strengths and perspectives.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

All interviews are conducted in person.

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694

Company Overview

We are a leading provider of Housing and Care and we have lots of opportunities across Scotland for our Support Practitioner roles, even for those with no direct care experience. Ark provide full training and we are looking for people who share Ark’s values as they form the bedrock of what we do. Working with Ark means you can use your passion for people and care and have the opportunity to make a real differences to peoples lives. We are an accredited Scottish Living Wage employer, and Full Time Support Practitioner salary is ££25,947.47 per annum, rising to £26,526.23 per annum after succesful completion of your probationary period. We truly value our employees and it is important to us that our employees living comfortably in line with our core values.