Part Time Support Worker

1st Homecare; Polbeth; On-site; Part time

Job summary

1st Homecare is seeking Support Workers for outreach in West Lothian, predominantly based at the Polbeth Hub. The role involves providing personalized care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, enabling them to live independently and participate in community life. Flexible shifts, including sleepovers, are required, along with a commitment to values-driven care.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)

Contributory pension scheme

£10,000 Life cover

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Financial wellbeing scheme

Reward gateway

Refer a Friend bonus

Qualifications

• Values-driven approach aligning with Respect, Honesty, Responsibility, Excellence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work flexibly across locations and shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in daily living tasks such as personal care, medication, cooking, and shopping.
• Encourage participation in community life, social activities, and new experiences.
• Help maintain independence, routines, and life skills.

Skills

Respect

Honesty

Responsibility

Excellence

Independence

Teamwork

Education

Enhanced Adult PVG

Job description

Support Worker – West Lothian Outreach
Location:Predominantly Polbeth Hub (with travel across West Lothian including Broxburn, Uphall Station, Bathgate, and Deans)
Contract Type:Permanent, Part-Time (18 hours per week)
Salary:£12.60 per hour
Shifts:Various shifts, including sleepovers

Make a Real Difference Every Day – Join Real Life Options

At Real Life Options, our Support Workers are at the heart of everything we do—delivering person-centred, flexible, and responsive care to adults with learning disabilities across West Lothian. Whether supporting someone at home or out in the community, you’ll be helping them live life on their terms.

We’re currently recruiting for dedicatedSupport Workersto join ourWest Lothian Outreach team, predominantly based at our Polbeth Hub, with opportunities to work across other local services.

The Role: What You’ll Be Doing

You will provide consistent, high-quality support tailored to the needs and ambitions of the person you support. This includes:

• Supporting individuals in daily living tasks such as personal care, medication, cooking, shopping, and maintaining their home
• Encouraging and enabling participation in community life, social activities, and new experiences
• Helping maintain and build independence, routines, and life skills
• Supporting individuals who may present with challenging behaviours, always following agreed support plans
• Communicating with medical professionals and implementing support plans and risk assessments
• Working 1:1 with individuals both in their homes and in the community

You’ll also collaborate closely with experienced staff, receive support from Shift Leads, and maintain regular contact with the management team.

What You’ll Need

• A values-driven approach that aligns with our core principles:Respect – Honesty – Responsibility – Excellence
• Willingness to work flexibly across locations and shifts, including sleepovers
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A commitment to continuous professional development
• A driving licence is desirable due to the nature of outreach support
• Enhanced Adult PVG (or willingness to obtain)

What We Offer

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits:

• 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)
• Contributory pension scheme
• £10,000 Life cover
• Health Cash Plan (for full/part-time contracts)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial wellbeing scheme
• Reward gateway (access to discounts and offers)
• Refer a Friend bonus

Support & Development:

• Accredited training and development opportunities
• Regular supervision and guidance from experienced leaders
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling and legal/financial advice)
• Recognition initiatives to celebrate your achievements

We welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life.
Real Life Options is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We believe in making the workplace inclusive, supportive, and fair, and welcome applications from people with disabilities or additional needs. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.

Ready to make a difference?
Apply today and help shape a more inclusive, empowering future for the people we support.