Relief Support Worker (Female Only)

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Cowdenbeath; On-site; GBP 1,853,000 - 2,342,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Health Cash Plans

Employee Assistance Programme

£500 refer a friend scheme

Life Assurance

Workplace Pension

Concert for Carers

Physiotherapy and Occupational Health

Cycle to Work Scheme

Christmas saving scheme

Job summary

Quarriers Fife Adult Supported Living Services in Cowdenbeath is seeking a Relief Support Worker to provide flexible, as-needed care to adults living in the community. You will join a committed team and support people to live independent, fulfilling lives across services operating 24/7.

The role suits those seeking flexible hours, additional shifts and valuable experience in social care. A full driving licence is desirable and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in social care is beneficial.
• Excellent communication and listening skills required.
• Reliable and flexible to cover shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible relief support to service users and maintain records.
• Support adults to live independently and engage in activities.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

IT literacy

Education

Social care related training or experience

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Free Physiotherapy and Occupational Health

24/7 Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Non-contributory Life Assurance Scheme

Workplace Pension

Free physiotherapy

Discount opportunities

Christmas savings scheme

Salary£13.45 per hour

LocationCowdenbeath, Fife

Expiry14/09/2026 23:59

This is a Relief Contract, Part Time vacancy that will close in 14 days at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

Quarriers Fife Adult Supported Living Services, Cowdenbeath

Are you passionate about supporting people within your community? Do you thrive as part of a supportive team and want to work for an organisation that genuinely values and invests in its staff? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dedicated team in Cowdenbeath, Fife, helping adults live independent, fulfilling lives.

Working Pattern

As a Relief Support Worker, you will work on a flexible, as-needed basis to support the service and the people we support.

Our day shifts typically run between 7:45am and 8:00pm, and flexibility is essential as our services operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Relief staff have the opportunity to accept shifts that fit their availability while supporting the needs of the service.

This role is ideal for individuals seeking flexible work, additional hours alongside other commitments, or an opportunity to gain valuable experience within social care.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about supporting others and building meaningful relationships.
• Compassionate, caring, and committed to helping people achieve positive outcomes.
• Enthusiastic, motivated, and proactive in their approach to work.
• Able to draw on transferable skills and life experience to empower and support individuals.
• A strong problem-solver who remains focused on finding positive solutions.
• Resilient, dependable, and able to remain calm under pressure.
• An excellent listener with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident using IT systems and digital communication tools.

A full driving licence is desirable.

Why Join Quarriers?

At Quarriers, we recognise that our people are at the heart of everything we do. By joining our relief team, you'll become part of an organisation that is committed to supporting both the people we work with and the staff who make that support possible.

Whether you're looking for flexible work, experience within social care, or the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Quarriers and help people live the lives they choose, with the support they need to thrive.

What's in it for you?

• Generous holiday entitlement
• HSF Health Cash Plans.
• 24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance programme.
• £500 refer a friend scheme (t&c’s apply)
• Life Assurance Benefit.
• Workplace Pension.
• Registered with Concert for Carers.
• Access to health services free of charge (physiotherapy & occupational health)
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Christmas saving scheme.

Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile via Quarriers website.

Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within three months of start date.

Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation.

About Us

Benefits

Free Physiotherapy and Occupational Health

24/7 Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Non-contributory Life Assurance Scheme

Workplace Pension

Savings Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Long Service Rewards

Significant Discount Opportunities