Perth Support Workers

Perth Support Workers - Young People Transitioning Service

Earn up to £23,555.29 per year pro rata -  25 / 26 Pay Award Pending

Full time positions available! Part time will be considered.

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 and supporting group activities. You will provide social, emotional and practical support to meet young people’s agreed outcomes.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team!

Your main duties will be but not limited to :

• Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable service users.
• Communicate and work well with individuals 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 .

Hear from our current Support Workers .

Why Ark?

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

Ark fully fund your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care which you complete with the support of our in house SVQ team.

Employee Discounts Portal with 1000s of discounts on your favourite brands including Supermarkets, Cinema Tickets, Gym Membership and Holidays.

Over 75% of all Managers within Care & Support have been promoted internally.

Arks Employee Assistance program (EAP) gives all employees access to counselling sessions. There is also support available through weekly webinars and the EAP Website & App.

We have Full-time, Part-time and Relief Support Worker roles available at our services throughout Scotland.

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.

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

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.

CV’s will not be accepted.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

Supporting Documents :

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.

Working towards equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.