Support Worker

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

Benefits offered by this job

28 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Accredited training and developmentOp.

Contributory pension scheme

Health Cash Plan (for contracted staff

£10,000 life cover

Employee Assistance Programme (health,

Cycle to Work scheme

Financial wellbeing scheme

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Staff recognition initiatives

Mileage paid at 35p per mile (first 10

Job summary

Real Life Options in Inverurie is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs lead independent, fulfilling lives.

You will support daily tasks (cooking, cleaning, shopping), personal care, medication, appointments, and social activities, while encouraging independence and personal goals. A full UK driving license is required; shifts run across early, afternoon, and evening hours with mileage paid.

Qualifications

• PVG Enhanced Disclosure check required.
• Full UK driving licence required (drivers preferred).
• Experience with challenging behaviour desirable; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day living tasks (cooking, cleaning, shopping).
• Provide personal care and support with medication (full training).
• Support attendance at medical appointments and manage household mail.
• Encourage participation in social activities and community events.
• Promote independence and help achieve personal goals.

Skills

Honest

Good communicator

Passionate

Reliable

Caring

Flexible

Inclusive

Self-motivated

Strong personal values

Job description

Support Worker

Location:Inverurie
Hourly Rate:£13.45
Hours:Full-Time (39 Hours Per Week)

Drivers preferred

Drivers preferred: Due to limited public transport during shift times, having a full UK driving licence is required. Additionally, the individual requires support to access the community using their own vehicle, which staff are expected to drive.

About Real Life Options

Real Life Options is a registered charity dedicated to empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and other complex needs to live fulfilling, independent lives. As we continue to grow, we are looking for committed Support Workers who share our values and want to make a real difference in their community.

About the Role

In ourInverurieservice, Support Workers help individuals with a wide range of needs to lead enriched and independent lives. This includes:

• Supporting with day-to-day living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and shopping
• Providing personal care and support with medication (full training provided)
• Assisting individuals in attending medical appointments and managing household mail
• Encouraging and enabling participation in social activities such as parties, bingo, and community events
• Promoting independence and helping individuals achieve their personal goals

Who We Support

Some individuals may displaychallenging behaviour, including verbal or physical incidents and self-injurious behaviour. Experience in this area, particularly with de-escalation techniques, alternative communication and Positive Behaviour Support Plans , is highly desirable. Full training is provided.

Shifts and Flexibility

Support needs vary greatly, so we are looking for individuals who are flexible with working hours. Common shifts include:

• 7.30am-3pm
• 3pm-10pm
• 9am-4pm
• 12pm-9pm
• 5pm-10pm

Why Join Us?

We offer a range of benefits to support and reward our staff:

• 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
• Accredited training and development opportunities
• Contributory pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan (for contracted staff)
• £10,000 life cover
• Employee Assistance Programme (health, legal, financial support)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Financial wellbeing scheme
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Staff recognition initiatives
• Mileage paid at 35p per mile (first 10,000 miles/year)

What We’re Looking For

We're looking for someone with theright values and attitude, not necessarily experience. Do you identify with these traits?

• Honest
• Good communicator
• Passionate
• Reliable
• Caring
• Flexible
• Inclusive
• Self-motivated
• Strong personal values

If you said "yes" to six or more, you could be exactly who we’re looking for.

Additional Requirements

• PVG Membership (Adult): An Enhanced PVG check will be required.
• Shadow shiftswill be completed before fully starting, tailored to your experience level

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