Forfar Support Practitioner
1 x Full Time (37 hours) position - requires a full UK Drivers License
2 x Full Time position (37 hours - part time hours may be considered)
Earn up to £26,526.23 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 (£25,947.47 pro rata).
After successfully completing your probation period, your hourly rate increases to £13.75 (£26,526.23 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.
Support Practitioners are at the heart of Ark’s services, supporting people to live good, independent lives as valued members of their communities.
Our Forfar services support adults ranging from their early twenties to later life, all with a variety of learning disabilities and health needs. Support is delivered in a person-centred, rights-based way, in line with the Health and Social Care Standards and SSSC Codes of Practice.
People we support live in different settings:
Community-based (outreach) support, where individuals live independently in their own homes within the local community.
In all settings, the focus is on choice, dignity, independence and inclusion. Many people enjoy taking part in group activities, learning new skills, planning events, contributing to local voices groups and being actively involved in decisions about their lives — including the recruitment of new staff.
About the Role
As a Support Practitioner, you will work alongside people to support them to:
Live as independently as possible in their own homes
Build and maintain relationships within their communities
Take part in meaningful activities that reflect their interests and goals
Develop confidence, skills and autonomy
Manage aspects of daily living in a way that promotes dignity and choice
You will be part of a supportive staff team providing consistent, high-quality support that is safe, compassionate and responsive to individual needs.
What We’re Looking For
People we support consistently tell us they value staff who are:
Reliable and committed
Caring, respectful and patient
Good communicators
Values-led and person-centred
Motivated to support people to live fulfilling, independent lives
Previous experience in care is helpful but not essential - full training and ongoing support will be provided.
Why Work with Ark?
Person-centred values: Our work is grounded in choice, control, dignity and respect
Supportive teams: You’ll be part of a skilled, welcoming team with strong local leadership
Learning and development: Opportunities to build your skills across a wide range of support needs, with access to training and qualifications
Involvement and voice: People we support are actively involved in shaping services — including staff recruitment
Meaningful work: Every day you’ll make a real difference to people’s lives
If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives and want to work in a values-led organisation, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to join our Forfar team
CVs will not be considered.
Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.
All interviews are conducted in person.
Supporting Documents:
Job Outline
Onboarding - What you need to know
Scottish Charity No. SCO15694
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.
