Compassionate Housing Support Worker

Real Life Options Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Ongoing development

Inclusive team culture

Community impact

Job summary

Real Life Options is recruiting a dedicated Support Worker to join our Longstone Housing Support Service in Edinburgh. You will support adults with complex needs to live independent lives in a home-like setting, providing personal care and helping with daily activities.

This role offers flexible shifts and requires a compassionate, reliable approach. Full training is provided, and you will join a supportive, inclusive team at Real Life Options.

Qualifications

• Caring and reliable with passion for helping others.
• Ability to follow detailed support and behaviour plans.
• Comfortable with manual handling and delivering personal care.
• Strong communication and accurate record-keeping skills.
• Team player with commitment to person-centred care.
• Experience welcome but not essential; full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide full or minimal support with personal care, including hoists.
• Assist with meal planning, shopping, preparation, and eating/drinking.
• Administer medication and manage finances per policy.
• Perform household tasks in shared areas (kitchen, bathroom, lounge, utility).
• Promote daily community activities such as walks, appointments, shopping and leisure.
• Maintain accurate records including medication charts and activity plans.
• Support individuals with behaviours by following structured support plans.

Skills

Caring personality

Follow support plans

Manual handling

Record-keeping

Team player

Full training provided

Job description

Real Life Options is recruiting a dedicated Support Worker to join our Longstone Housing Support Service in Edinburgh. You will support adults with complex needs to live independent lives in a home-like setting, providing personal care and helping with daily activities.

This role offers flexible shifts and requires a compassionate, reliable approach. Full training is provided, and you will join a supportive, inclusive team at Real Life Options.