Support Practitioner - Aberlour

Ark is thrilled to be expanding into a brand new area, and we’re looking for passionate, caring individuals to be part of this exciting journey. This unique opportunity will involve supporting a gentleman to live a happier, healthier and more connected life.

Hours: Part time (16 hours) and Relief opportunities available

Salary: Earn up to £27,960.08 per year pro rata

(pro rata salary of up to £11,470.80 per annum)

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

The role focuses on making a real difference, supporting with areas such as self-neglect, isolation, mental health and improving his home environment. You’ll play a key part in building his self-esteem and confidence, helping him engage with community activities, develop social skills, and understand positive and appropriate relationships. Every day brings the chance to empower someone to achieve their potential – what could be more rewarding?

This part-time role offers 16 hours of support per week, providing a great opportunity for work-life balance. There will also be opportunities to pick up additional hours and overtime across other Ark services, giving you flexibility and the chance to broaden your experience.

At Ark, we truly value our staff and offer a fantastic range of benefits, including generous annual leave, the option to buy and sell leave for greater flexibility, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support whenever you need it.

We also utilise AIMS, an innovative online live system that keeps everything you need right at your fingertips. From support plans to daily updates, AIMS makes it easier for you to deliver high-quality support while staying organised and connected.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact, grow your skills, and be part of something new and inspiring - this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

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.

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