Relief Support Worker

Quarriers; Cowdenbeath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Quarriers is seeking dedicated Relief Female Support Workers for their Fife Supported Living Service. This role involves providing personal care and support to individuals with complex health needs, ensuring they can live independently. Full training is provided, and candidates will gain valuable qualifications while making a positive impact on people's lives.

Benefits

SVQ Qualifications

Family-Friendly Policies

HSF Health Cash Plans

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

£500 Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Life Assurance Benefit

Workplace Pension

Concerts for Carers

Health Services Access

Cycle to Work Scheme

Christmas Saving Scheme

Qualifications

• Driver with access to own vehicle.
• Ability to deliver personal care and support.
• Commitment to person-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care and support individuals in daily activities.
• Build meaningful relationships with individuals and their families.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic IT skills

Job description

The Vacancy

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in someone's life? Quarriers is seeking dedicated Relief Female Support Workers to join our Fife Supported Living Service, supporting individuals with complex health and social care needs to live independently in their own homes.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Relief Support Worker, you will deliver personal care and support individuals in their daily activities. The successful candidates will have a friendly, positive nature, essential for building meaningful relationships with the people we support and their families.

Prior experience is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided. We seek individuals committed to person-centered care and making a tangible difference in others' lives.

Key Requirements

• You must be a driver with access to your own vehicle.
• Ability to deliver personal care and support individuals with complex health and social care needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with people we support and their families.
• Basic IT skills (required for all Quarriers vacancies).
• Successful candidates will need to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 3 months of their start date, where applicable.

Additional Benefits

• SVQ Qualifications: Gain recognized Scottish Vocational Qualifications through our accredited centre, enhancing your skills and career prospects.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Policies supporting work-life balance and family commitments.
• HSF Health Cash Plans: Covering dental, optical, and therapy treatments, with claims processed within 24 hours.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support available anytime for personal or professional challenges.
• £500 Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Earn rewards by referring friends to join our team (terms and conditions apply).
• Life Assurance Benefit: Peace of mind with life assurance coverage.
• Workplace Pension: Secure your future with a comprehensive pension plan.
• Concerts for Carers: Free or discounted tickets for live events, celebrating our carers.
• Health Services Access: Free physiotherapy and occupational health services.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Christmas Saving Scheme

About Us

Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities, providing practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults, and families facing challenging circumstances. We aim to challenge poverty and inequality, bringing positive change to people's lives. Please note, registration with the SSSC within the first three months of employment is required.