Relief Support Worker

Real Life Options Group; Cupar; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Minimum 28 days paid holiday (pro rata

Fully accredited training and career发展

Employer contributory pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

£10,000 life cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend bonus

Mileage paid

Job summary

Real Life Options is seeking a Relief Support Worker to provide high-quality support to individuals in the Beechwood – Cupar Area. You will help people live more independently, promoting dignity, choice and inclusion, with responsibilities including daily routines, budgeting, personal care and medication administration.

This role offers varied shifts across day and night periods, with opportunities to engage in community activities and support individuals to access local facilities and services.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support work is desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to complete training and ongoing support.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily routines and planning.
• Assist with budgeting and financial management.
• Provide personal care and emotional support.
• Help with household tasks and domestic duties.
• Administer medications as directed.
• Encourage independence and social inclusion.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Flexibility

Inclusion

Respect for others

Motivation

Job description

Relief Support Worker

Salary:£13.45 per hour

Location:Beechwood – Cupar Area, Northeast Fife Services

Various shiftsavailable

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you caring, reliable and passionate about helping others live fulfilling and independent lives?

At Real Life Options, we believe support work is more than just a job , it’s an opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in people’s lives while being part of a supportive and rewarding team.

If you enjoy working with people, building positive relationships and helping others achieve their goals, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will provide high-quality support to individuals. You will help people live as independently as possible while promoting dignity, choice and inclusion.

Your responsibilities include:

• Supporting with daily routines and planning
• Assisting with budgeting and financial management
• Providing personal care and emotional support
• Helping with household tasks and domestic duties
• Administering medication
• Encouraging independence and confidence

A rewarding part of the role is supporting people to enjoy activities within the community.

This may include:

• Going to the gym or swimming
• Using public transport
• Attending social activities and appointments
• Encouraging participation and social inclusion

Every day is different, and your support can have a genuine impact on someone’s quality of life.

Shift Patterns

We provide support 24 hours a day, therefore flexibility is important.

Shifts may include:

Day Shifts

• 8:00am – 3:00pm
• 3:00pm – 10:00pm
• Waking Nights & Sleepovers

What We’re Looking For

Previous experience in care or support work is desirable but not essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

We are looking for individuals who share our values and can demonstrate:

• Honesty and integrity
• Good communication skills
• Reliability and flexibility
• Compassion and empathy
• Strong values and a positive attitude
• Motivation and enthusiasm
• Inclusiveness and respect for others

If this sounds like you, we would love for you to join our team.

Benefits & Rewards

We value our staff and offer a range of excellent benefits including:

• Minimum 28 days paid holiday per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
• Fully accredited training and development opportunities
• Employer contributory pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan (for contracted staff)
• £10,000 life cover
• Employee Assistance Programme with counselling and support services
• Discounts and savings through our Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial wellbeing support
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme (terms apply)
• Staff recognition initiatives
• Mileage paid at 35p per mile (up to 10,000 miles annually)

Additional Information

An enhanced PVG check will be required for this role.

Please note that initial contact is usually made by email, so applicants are encouraged to check all email folders regularly, including junk or spam folders.

Real Life Options is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities, medical conditions or additional support needs.