Female Relief Support Worker

1st Homecare; Portlethen; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A national charity seeks a Female Relief Support Worker in Portlethen to provide essential support to individuals with disabilities. This role involves personal care, daily living assistance, and promoting social engagement. We offer a flexible working environment with full training, competitive pay, and numerous benefits.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)

Fully accredited training and professional development

Employer-contributed pension scheme

Mileage at 35p per mile (up to 10,000 miles per year)

£10,000 life cover

Health Cash Plan (for contracted hours)

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Financial wellbeing programme

Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme

Recognition and long-service awards

Qualifications

• Desire to help people live independently.
• Comfortable with physical activities like walking and swimming.
• Flexible with shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance in daily living tasks.
• Support individuals in managing their finances and medical appointments.
• Encourage community involvement and social interactions.

Skills

Positive approach

Proactive

Ability to work independently

Job description

Female Relief Support Worker
Hourly Rate: £12.60
Location: Portlethen, Aberdeenshire

Real Life Options is a national charity that provides exceptional person-centred support to people with learning and physical disabilities. We’re passionate about empowering people to live full, independent lives—and we’re looking for compassionate individuals to join our dedicated team in Portlethen.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, this could be the opportunity for you.

About the Role

As a Female Relief Support Worker, you’ll be part of a close-knit, supportive team helping individuals in their own homes and in the community. This is a relief role, ideal for someone flexible, motivated, and able to work independently.

You’ll support people with a variety of needs, helping them live as independently as possible. This includes:

• Personal care and hygiene
• Moving and handling
• Daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, and shopping
• Attending medical appointments
• Supporting with budgeting and managing finances
• Helping individuals stay socially connected through visits to friends and family
• Encouraging involvement in community activities (e.g. cinema, swimming, bowling, clubs)
• Accompanying walks and swimming sessions (you’ll need to enjoy being active and outdoors in all weathers)

Please note: This is a lone-working position, so you'll need to be confident and quick to adapt. Full training and shadow shifts will be provided.

Shift Pattern & Hours

This is a flexible relief role, covering a variety of shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and night shifts.

• Early shifts start at 8:00 AM
• Late shifts finish at 10:00 PM

Training will include shadowing experienced staff to help you settle into your role confidently.

Who We're Looking For

• A positive, proactive approach and willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently
• Previous experience is desirable, but not essential—full training provided
• Must be comfortable with walking and swimming regularly
• Must be able to travel to and work in Portlethen and the wider Aberdeenshire area

Why Join Real Life Options?

At Real Life Options, we invest in our people. We provide meaningful careers, not just jobs. In addition to making a genuine difference, you’ll benefit from:

• 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)
• Fully accredited training and professional development
• Employer-contributed pension scheme
• Mileage at 35p per mile (up to 10,000 miles per year)
• £10,000 life cover
• Health Cash Plan (for contracted hours)
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (medical, counselling, financial and legal support)
• Reward Gateway (discounts on everyday purchases)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial wellbeing programme
• Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme
• Recognition and long-service awards

An enhanced Adult PVG check will be required for successful applicants. Please ensure you regularly check your email (including spam/junk folders), as initial contact will be made via email.

Real Life Options – Supporting Real Lives, Real Choices
Be part of something life-changing. Apply today and help create a world where everyone has the opportunity to live their best life.