Support Worker

Real Life Options; Forfar; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan (for contracted hours

£10,000 life cover

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Real Life Options in Forfar, Angus is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help people with learning disabilities live independently, with dignity and choice, in their own homes and communities.

You will work full-time, 39 hours per week, with shifts including evenings, weekends and waking night shifts as required to meet individual needs.

Qualifications

• Experience is desirable but not essential - full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Medication administration
• Personal care
• Meal preparation and household tasks
• Emotional support and social inclusion
• Supporting service users to access their communities and take part in activities

Job description

Support Worker

Location: Forfar, Angus

Hours: Full-time (39 hours per week)

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Ability to do Waking Night shifts is absolutely essential

Drivers Preferred

Start a Rewarding Career with Real Life Options

Real Life Options is a leading UK charity that has been supporting people with learning disabilities and autism for over 30 years. Our mission is to support individuals to live their lives as independently as possible, with dignity and choice, in their own homes and communities. We work closely with each person to provide tailored support that meets their unique needs, values, and goals.

About the Role

No two days are the same. You'll support people in making their own choices, achieving their goals, and living fulfilling lives. The role involves working flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and waking night shifts, to ensure individual needs are met.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Medication administration
• Personal care
• Meal preparation and household tasks
• Emotional support and social inclusion
• Supporting service users to access their communities and take part in activities

What We're Looking For

Experience is desirable but not essential - full training is provided. What matters most is your attitude, communication skills, and commitment to delivering quality support.

We're looking for someone who:

• Can follow detailed support plans
• Communicates clearly and respectfully
• Has a warm, approachable, and friendly manner
• Is flexible, reliable, and self-motivated

An Enhanced Adult PVG is required for this role.

What You'll Receive

We believe in supporting and rewarding our staff. When you join Real Life Options, you'll benefit from:

Core Benefits:

• 28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays; pro-rata for part-time roles)
• Accredited training to develop your skills and confidence
• Employer contributory pension scheme

Additional Perks:

• Health Cash Plan (for contracted hours)
• £10,000 life cover
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (medical helpline, counselling, legal and financial support)
• Access to discounts via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial wellbeing support
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme (terms apply)
• Staff recognition initiatives
• Mileage paid at £0.35 per mile for the first 10,000 miles per year

Do You Have These Qualities?

If you can identify with six or more of the following, we'd like to hear from you:

Honest - Good Communicator - Strong Values - Flexible - Passionate - Self-Motivated - Reliable - Caring - Inclusive

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Real Life Options is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to recruiting, training, and promoting the best candidates, and creating a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination, victimisation, or harassment.

If you have a disability, learning difficulty, medical condition or any other need that may affect your performance in the selection process, we are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you.

Please note: Initial contact with applicants will usually be made by email, so please check your inbox and junk folders regularly.