Jobs in Blairgowrie

Blairgowrie Relief Support Worker

12.00 per hour

The Blairgowrie Service supports adults to live a life that is supported while maintaining the level of independence they feel happy with. One day you could be supporting someone at Tesco and assisting with cooking and cleaning at home. The next, you might be going for a nice walk by the Ericht, supporting someone to the cinema or on holiday.

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 are not limited to :

• Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable people.
• Communicating and working well with our supported individuals to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
• Being responsible for supporting individuals throughout activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.

What is a Relief Support Worker?

As a Relief Support Worker, you will carry out all the same duties while on shift as our Support Workers. As you do not have contracted hours, it gives you the flexibility to only pick up shifts when it suits you.

View our job outline, find out what your working week could look like and hear from our current Support Workers on Ark's website : www.arkha.org.uk / work-with-us.

Why Ark?

No Previous Experience Required

Ark provides full training, so no previous experience is required, making our Support Worker roles the perfect place to start your career in Adult Social Care.

Flexibility to Fit Shifts Around Your Life

With our relief roles, you only pick up the shifts that suit you.

Employee Assistance Program

Ark's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) gives all employees access to counselling sessions. There is also support available through weekly webinars and the EAP website & app.

Employee Discounts

Access to an Employee Discounts Portal with thousands of discounts on your favourite brands, including supermarkets, cinema tickets, gym memberships, and holidays.

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

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 people's 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 Ark's online application form at www.arkha.org.uk / work-with-us.

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694

Previous experience in 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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