Relief Support Workers - Arbroath
£12.60 per hour
Arbroath currently have two teams working over Arbroath, Brechin, Friockheim and Carnoustie. We support individuals with a range of disabilities aged between 20 to70. We support individuals within their own home and also individuals who stay with their family. Support required ranges from personal care, developing skills to live independently, social support out in the community and to attend college where they can further their knowledge. We support our supported people to work towards outcomes which can include going on holidays abroad and closer to home to experience life to its fullest. We have a space for supported people to meet and build relationships with each other doing a range of activities.
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:
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.
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.
Apply now to join us at this exciting time as our service grows by clicking the link below.
CVs will not be considered.
Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.
Supporting Documents:
Onboarding - What you need to know
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.
Ark provides care, support and housing for children and adults with complex and enduring needs and their families, as well as general needs housing.
We support people to live good lives, at home and in their community.
We are a not-for-profit organisation with a clear vision and mission that drive everything we do. Our values our rooted in civil and human rights. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to lead a happy, healthy and safe life - to live a good life at home and in their community.
For over thirty years we have provided community-based care, support and housing for people with learning difficulties and others with complex and enduring needs who require assistance to lead lives of their choice. We also provide general needs housing.
Founded in 1977 by a group of Edinburgh parishioners to help a member of their congregation, we now manage over 400 properties across 13 Scottish Local Authorities, and employ over 1000 staff.
