Ark
Location
Livingston, West Lothian | United Kingdom
Job description
Relief Support Workers
£10.90 per hour
The Livingston service is a small outreach service that is situated in Dedridge.
Our support workers support our people using a person centred approach to live in their own homes and to live their lives to their full potential and to feel included in the community.
Livingston Service supports 3 people out in the community. Some of our supported people need 24 hour support and others only need short periods of support.
We offer a personalised service to meet the individual’s needs this includes support to maintain their tenancies, finances, personal care, health & social support.
Driving is the easiest way to get between the supported people's houses however Ark can help with transport if required.
Shifts at Livingston range from 3 to 11 hours and there is also one sleepover shift per day.
'The service users are lovely and really appreciate the support we give them. They enjoy spending time with our support workers and make even the long shifts enjoyable.' - Debbie, Care & Support Manager, Livingston
Your main duties will include but not be limited to:
If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team!
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.*
*Please note: Relief work is on an as and when basis to cover for sickness absence, study leave and other staff contingencies. We cannot guarantee you regular or continued use as the need for relief staffing changes from time to time.
View our job outline here .
Find out what you working week could look like here .
Hear from our current Support Workers here .
Why Ark?
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 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 click the link below.
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.
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