Support Practitioner - Glenrothes

Glenrothes Support Practitioner

Full time & Part time roles available

Earn up to £27,960.08 per year pro rata

A pay approach that recognises your value - from day one and beyond.

At Ark, all Support Practitioners are paid at least the Real Living Wage, currently £13.45 per hour (£27,350.04 pro rata).

After successfully completing your probation period, your hourly rate increases to £13.75 (£27,960.08 pro rata).

We recognise the responsibility of this role, and have chosen to build in a clear and guaranteed pay progression - reflecting the commitment, skill and consistency it takes to do this job well.

It’s one of the ways we aim to support a more sustainable and valued social care workforce.

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate Support Practitioner to join our friendly team at our Glenrothes service.

We support over 18 individuals of varying ages, including younger adults, some of whom live independently in their own flats. We provide person centred support to help people live as independently, confidently and happily as possible.

Our role is to support individuals with their day to day lives whether it be in their own homes or out in the community, This may include helping people take part in activities of their choice such as shopping, socialising, attending groups, appointments, leisure activities, or simply getting out and about and doing things that matter to them.

Please note – This role may involve some physical activity, including supporting individuals who use wheelchairs. A flexible approach to working hours is essential, as this role includes a range of shifts such as mornings, evenings, weekends, and night shifts.

Our services are located throughout Glenrothes and the surrounding areas which are all easy accessible via public transport.

We offer a good level of flexibility around shift patterns with varying hours. Sleepover* shifts are a requirement in the service.

**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.

Our Glenrothes team say:

 ‘I like supporting our supported people to become more independent and gain life skills. Its an extremely rewarding job and I love making a difference’–   Karrie, support practitioner

‘Everyone is very helpful in the Glenrothes service. We have a good team of support workers and it’s a joy to be a part of the team. There are plenty of opportunities to develop’–   Zoe, Service Manager

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 Practitioners here .

Why Ark?

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.

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

Apply now by clicking the link below to complete the online application form.

CVs will not be considered.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor. 

All interviews are conducted in person.

Supporting Documents:

**The Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, part 1) applies to this post. Applications therefore are restricted to female candidates only. This only applies to 2 x 37 hour contracts. 

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694

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.