Grangemouth Outreach

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Part Time Support Worker 16 hours

GM03/SW

Ark is a major provider of Housing, Care and Support to people with long term and enduring conditions such as learning disabilities, mental health issues, dementia and autism. Our aim is to ensure that those who use our services get the very best out of Ark to enable them to live as independently as possible and lead a happy life.

Grangemouth Outreach Service supports 11 people. We support people in their individual homes. All the houses are within walking distance to each other which means there is a real community feel amongst both the Supported People and the Support Workers. Support needs within the service range from 24 hour a day support with those who require support with personal care to those who just need help with finances, shopping and social activities.

There is a bus stop approximately 2 minutes walking distance from each person house and buses are regular going to Falkirk where there is a train station. Car parking is also available on site.

Shifts at Grangemouth Outreach range from 4 hours to 16 hours and there are 4 sleepover shifts per day.

’The best thing about working at Grangemouth Outreach service is that is has a great community feel. The team are really welcoming and the supported people are great fun (and have an amazing sense of humour).’

Join Ark and your working week could look like this:

Monday - go swimming

Tuesday -make someone feel safe

Wednesday - go shopping and prepare food

Thursday - plan for the future

Friday - listen

We provide support to people with a wide variety of needs in their homes. You’d be required to support them to maintain their tenancies, stay safe and well, attend activities and be part of their local community. You could be supporting a variety of people over a flexible shift pattern.

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

Ark is looking for dedicated and caring individuals who are committed to making a difference in our supported people’s lives. Your role will be to provide practical, emotional and social support. Ark offers a detailed induction and training programme designed to ensure you have all the skills you need for the job. First and foremost you will align with Ark’s values – Trust, Respect, Understanding, Equality and Integrity.

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.

Carry out tasks in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines.

Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.

In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:

Full and comprehensive training programme, e-Learning and a dedicated SVQ team who will support you to achieve an industry specific, accredited qualification.

Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata

4% Contributory pension scheme

Employee recognition schemes

Opportunities for career progression

Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7

Refer a Friend Scheme

Sodexo Employee Benefits

This is an exciting role and comes at a time where Ark have undertaken a major piece of work where we have reviewed and developed our Business Plan for the next 5 years and beyond. This business plan will see Ark reshape as a modern, future-focused organisation that builds on our technological and digital capability that aims to positively impact on the lives of its tenants, supported people and staff

View our job outline here

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Job ID: GM03/SW