Support Worker

Real Life Options; Holme; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days' paid holiday (pro-rata)

Accredited training and development

Employer-contributory pension

Health Cash Plan

£10,000 Life Cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts through Reward Gateway

Cycle to Work Scheme

Financial Wellbeing Scheme

Refer-a-Friend Bonus

Staff Recognition Initiatives

Job summary

Real Life Options is seeking a caring Support Worker for Paddock Way, Acomb, York, 26 hours per week at £12.71 per hour. You will help people with learning disabilities and autism to live independently in a supported living setting.

You'll assist with daily living skills, personal care, finances, activities and health appointments, while promoting choice, dignity and person-centred support. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Full induction and accredited training.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Support to help you build a rewarding career in social care.

Responsibilities

• Support people to develop daily living skills and increase their independence
• Assist with cooking, budgeting and maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment
• Provide personal care and support with eating and drinking where required
• Support people to access activities, hobbies and opportunities within their local community
• Assist with managing finances and attending health appointments
• Administer and record medication as required
• Promote choice, dignity and person-centred support at all times
• Complete daily records and support documentation
• Work both as part of a team and independently during lone-working shifts

Job description

Support Worker

Reference: MH1658729YorSW

Date Listed: 2026-08-19T14:14:53.63

Location: North Yorkshire

Application Deadline: 2026-09-16T22:59:59

Company: Real Life Options

Contract Type: PART_TIME

Hourly Rate: £12.71

Job Title: Support Worker

Support Worker Paddock Way, Acomb, York Part Time - 26 Hours Per Week £12.71 per hour Relief Opportunities Also Available Drivers desirable

Job Description

Are you caring, adaptable and looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference? Join our friendly team at Paddock Way, a supported living service in Acomb, York, where you'll support people with learning disabilities and autism to live fulfilling, independent lives. At Paddock Way, we currently support two gentlemen with different needs, providing personalised support that promotes independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes.

About the Role

• Support people to develop daily living skills and increase their independence
• Assist with cooking, budgeting and maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment
• Provide personal care and support with eating and drinking where required
• Support people to access activities, hobbies and opportunities within their local community
• Assist with managing finances and attending health appointments
• Administer and record medication as required
• Promote choice, dignity and person-centred support at all times
• Complete daily records and support documentation
• Work both as part of a team and independently during lone-working shifts

Shift Details

This is a 26-hour per week position, with additional relief opportunities available. Shifts vary in length and may include:

• Days
• Evenings
• Long day shifts of up to 12 hours
• Weekends
• Waking nights
• Bank holidays

Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the people we support.

Experience & Training

Previous experience is helpful but not essential. If you have the right values, attitude and willingness to learn, we'll provide:

• Full induction and accredited training
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Support to help you build a rewarding career in social care

A positive, can-do attitude and flexibility are key qualities we're looking for. All offers are subject to an enhanced Adult DBS check.

Benefits and Rewards

We value our people and offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:

• 28 days' paid holiday (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Accredited training and development
• Employer-contributory pension scheme

You'll also have access to:

• Health Cash Plan (for contracted staff)
• £10,000 Life Cover
• Free Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling and financial support
• Discounts through Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Scheme
• Refer-a-Friend Bonus
• Staff Recognition Initiatives

Our Values

We're looking for someone who lives our values of: Respect - Honesty - Responsibility - Excellence

If you can circle six or more of the qualities below, we'd love to hear from you:

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

Join Us

You'll have a truly rewarding role, helping people achieve their goals, develop their independence and enjoy fulfilling lives within their community. Working alongside a supportive and experienced team, you'll have every opportunity to learn, develop and grow.

Real Life Options is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll be happy to help.

Please check your email regularly, including your junk/spam folders, as initial contact may be made via email.