Support Worker

Real Life Options Group; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (pro-rata)

Contributory pension

Health Cash Plan

Life cover

Refer a Friend bonus

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Real Life Options is seeking dedicated Support Workers in Scotland to provide person-centred care and support. The role involves assisting with daily tasks, promoting independence, and helping individuals achieve personal goals within a supportive team.

The position offers various shifts including full-time, part-time, and relief with pay at £13.45 per hour. A PVG check is required, and there are opportunities for training and development in a compassionate, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate
• Honest and reliable
• Flexible and self-motivated
• Strong initiative and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Support with personal care, medication, cooking, and household tasks
• Encourage independence and social interaction within the community
• Support individuals to attend healthcare appointments
• Work in line with support plans and risk assessments
• Maintain clear and accurate records
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, families, and professionals
• Promote physical activity such as walking and games
• Support budgeting and money management activities

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Flexible

Reliable

Job description

Contract:Full Time, Part Time and Relief

Pay:£13.45 per hour

About the Role

At Real Life Options, we provide person-centred support to enable people we support (PWS) to live the life they choose. Each support package is tailored to the individual, ensuring choice, control, and dignity in all aspects of their care.

As a Support Worker, you’ll provide both physical and emotional support, helping individuals build independence, develop relationships, and achieve personal goals. You’ll be part of a friendly, experienced team in a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day.

What You’ll Do

• Support with personal care, medication, cooking, and household tasks
• Encourage independence and social interaction within the community
• Support individuals to attend healthcare appointments
• Work in line with support plans and risk assessments
• Maintain clear and accurate records
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, families, and professionals
• Promote physical activity such as walking and games
• Support budgeting and money management activities

Shift Patterns

• 24-hour shifts (including sleepover and day shifts)
• Flexible working patterns to meet service needs

What We’re Looking For

• Caring and compassionate
• Honest and reliable
• Flexible and self-motivated
• Inclusive and values-driven

Requirements

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong initiative and problem-solving skills
• Enhanced PVG required (we will support the application process)

What We Offer

• 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)
• Accredited training and development
• Contributory pension scheme
• Mileage paid at 35p per mile (up to 10,000 miles/year)
• Health Cash Plan (for contracted staff)
• £10,000 life cover
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to retail discounts via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial wellbeing support
• Refer a Friend bonus
• Recognition and reward initiatives

Real Life Options is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support candidates with disabilities or additional needs during the recruitment process.

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Summary

Company: Real Life Options

Salary: £13.45 to £13.45 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: KY7 4NS

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 1 Oct 2026

Closing date: 29 Oct 2026