Support Practitioner - Perth

Company: ARK Housing Association

Hours: Full time

Location: Perth, PH2 8EH

Working pattern: In office

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 21 Oct 2026

Closing date: 20 Nov 2026

Summary

Full time & Part time contracts available

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 transparent 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.

Are you a caring, creative and empathetic individual who thrives in busy environments?

We have the role just for you……

Ark Perth is looking for Support Practitioners to work in our shared living accommodation with the occasional outreach, supporting individuals with learning disabilities.





You will be working with a dynamic and supportive team of Support Practitioners who bring a wealth of experience and fun to the role. Your role will involve supporting individuals to meet their outcomes, achieving the most out of their lives, having fun enjoying life to it's fullest.

We have full time, part time and relief positions and there is no requirement to hold a driver's license. Please note that this role includes Sleepover* shifts.

*A 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

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.

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 Arks Information Management system.

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