Support Practitioner Young Transitioning to Adult services

Support Practitioner Perth – Young People Transitioning to Adult Services

Full‑time positions available! Part‑time will be considered.

Earn up to £27,960.08 per year pro rata.

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

At Ark, all Support Practitioners are paid at least the Real Living Wage, currently £13.45 per hour (£27,350.04 pro rata).

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.

We are looking for individuals who have a passion to support young people through their transition into adulthood. This could include college support, being in their first tenancy, enhancing life skills and supporting group activities. You will provide social, emotional and practical support to meet young people’s agreed outcomes.

• 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

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.

We offer a good level of flexibility around shift patterns with varying hours. Driving is not essential. Students are welcome to apply, with flexibility around university/college placements. Please note this role includes regular paid sleepover shifts. Sleepover shifts are a requirement in the service.

Sleepover shift consists of working during the day, a rest period sleeping over in the service and then working again the next day. The sleepover period is over and above your contracted hours and gets paid as an additional payment of £100.80 per sleepover.

Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Practitioner or new to Social Care.

• Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable people.
• Communicate and work well with our supported people to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
• Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
• Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Ark's Information Management system.

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.