East Lothian Support Workers

East Lothian Support Workers – Haddington

Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata.

Position: 2 × 37‑hour roles and 1 part‑time role – Female Only**

East Lothian service supports people in Haddington, Tranent & Musselburgh. Haddington supports 8 people. Two Houses of Multiple Occupancy each house 3 people and 2 people in their own flats. Service includes 24‑hour support, sleep‑over and longer shifts. Good bus links between villages in East Lothian and an express bus into Edinburgh.

During induction and training you will work with experienced team members; once training is complete the role will involve lone working.

“We have a lovely team of Support Workers in East Lothian who are really supportive. Our supported people love getting outside whether that be sitting on a bench for a chat or getting involved with gardening.” – Chrissy, Care & Support Manager East & Mid Lothian

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

• Work with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable people.
• Communicate and work well with supported people to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
• Be responsible in supporting individuals throughout activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
• Update and maintain accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.

Why Ark?

• No previous experience required – full training provided.
• SVQ2 in Health & Social Care fully funded while you work.
• Employee discounts portal with thousands of discounts.
• Career progression: over 75% of all managers within Care & Support promoted internally.
• Employee Assistance Program: counselling, webinars and a website & app.
• Flexible contract hours: full‑time, part‑time, relief roles available.
• Annual leave buy & sell scheme: option to sell or buy up to 5 days (or 1 working week for part‑time staff) per year.
• Enhanced overtime: any hours worked beyond full‑time contractual hours eligible for enhanced rate.

• Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata.
• 4% contributory pension scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Fully funded PVG & first year SSSC registration paid by Ark.

Our employees say they stay with Ark because they value our supportive managers and the positive difference they make in their supported peoples’ lives.

To apply, complete the Arks online application form at  CVs will not be considered.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor. All interviews are conducted in person.

Scottish Charity No. SCO
15694.

Previous experience of the following is an advantage but not essential:
Care Worker, Social worker, Home Carer, Case Worker, Care Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant, Social Care Worker.

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