Relief Support Worker

Quarriers; Scotland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Scotland is seeking a Relief Support Worker. This flexible role involves supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or epilepsy. Ideal candidates should have a passion for helping others, though experience is not mandatory as full training will be provided. Generous leave, training opportunities, and health benefits are offered, making this an excellent opportunity to make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

29 days + 4 public holidays leave

SVQ qualifications

Health benefits

Free Employee Assistance Programme

£500 refer-a-friend bonus

Life Assurance & Pension scheme

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for helping others and promoting independence.
• Experience in social care is beneficial, but not essential.
• Commitment to providing high-quality support.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities and/or epilepsy.
• Provide care in a person-centred way.
• Be flexible to work across both services.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Flexibility

Reliability

Job description

Overview

Your New Opportunity

Looking for a rewarding and flexible role where every day makes a difference? Join Quarriers as a Relief Support Worker in Greenock, Inverclyde, supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or epilepsy across our Finnart Street and Westview Services.

Finnart Street Service provides residential care and support to six individuals with epilepsy and/or a learning disability in a warm, homely environment.

Westview Service, established in 2001, supports eight adults in two buildings — Westview and The Coach House — surrounded by beautiful views of the Clyde estuary. The service also features a large, accessible walled garden with raised beds and easy access to Greenock town centre, the esplanade, and local leisure facilities.

This is a 0-hour relief contract, offering you flexibility to work around your lifestyle while helping people live fulfilling, independent lives.

Responsibilities (inferred from role description)

• Support adults with learning disabilities and/or epilepsy across Finnart Street and Westview Services.
• Provide care in residential settings in a person-centred way; promote independence and well-being.
• Be flexible to work across both services as needed.

What You’ll Get in Return

• SVQ qualifications via our accredited centre
• Generous leave: 29 days + 4 public holidays (rising to 34 + 4 after 5 years)
• Training & development opportunities to grow your career
• ❤️ Opportunity to change lives through meaningful, person-centred work
• Family-friendly policies to support your work-life balance
• Health benefits: HSF cash plans, physiotherapy & occupational health
• Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• £500 refer-a-friend bonus (T&Cs apply)
• ️ Life Assurance & Pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• ️ Access to Concerts for Carers

What You’ll Bring to the Role

• A genuine passion for helping others and promoting independence
• Empathy, patience, and a person-centred approach to care
• Flexibility to work across both services as needed
• Reliability and commitment to providing high-quality support
• Experience in social care is beneficial, but not essential — full training will be provided

How to Apply

If you’re caring, flexible, and ready to make a difference in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and start your journey with Quarriers today!