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Midlothian - Support Practitioner

Ark Housing Association Ltd
Loanhead & Dalkeith
Full-time
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Midlothian - Support Practitioner

Midlothian Support Practitioners - Loanhead & Dalkeith - Female Only**

Earn up to £27,960.08 per year pro rata

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

It’s one of the ways we aim to support a more sustainable and valued social care workforce.

Midlothian service operates in both Loanhead and Dalkeith.

In Loanhead we support 6 people in 5 flats within the same block. Our supported people have a wide range of support needs including Dysphasia.

There are good transport links to Loanhead including Lothian's bus numbers 37 & 47 and Borders bus X62. There is 1 sleepover shift per day and shifts are usually approximately 8 hours e.g. 8am - 4pm or 1pm - 9pm.

Dalkeith supports 5 people within the same complex all in their own flats. Shifts are approximately 8 or 9 hours (e.g. 9-5, 9-6 or 12-8).

There are good bus transport links from Edinburgh on Lothian bus numbers 3 & 33. East Coast Bus 140 also operates between Musselburgh and Dalkeith.

During your induction and training period you will work alongside our experienced team members, once your training is complete this role will involve lone working.

' We have a great group of supported people across Loanhead & Dalkeith. Loanhead has a great community feel, there is a courtyard area where they will sit out in the summer and have parties .' Chrissy, Care & support Manager - East & Mid Lothian

Your main duties will include but not be limited to:

  • Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable people.

  • Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.

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.

  • Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata

  • 4% Contributory pension scheme

  • Cycle to Work Scheme

  • Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid by Ark

This role may also be referred to as Support Worker, Care Assistant or Care Worker in other organisations.

Apply now by clicking the link below to complete the online application form.

CVs will not be considered.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

All interviews are conducted in person.

Supporting Documents:

Onboarding - What you need to know

Scottish Charity No. SCO15694

Working towards equal opportunities and a diverse workforce.

**The Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, part 1) applies to this post. Applications therefore are restricted to female candidates only.