Support Worker - Fife Services

Capability Scotland; Dunfermline; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SVQ qualification

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

PVG checks

Refer a friend

Employee assistance

Job summary

Capability Scotland is seeking a Supported Living Support Worker to help adults with complex disabilities live independently in their own homes or small settings in Fife. The role involves personal care, mobility support, and enabling community access, with rolling rotas and a pro-rata salary of £25,947.47 p.a. before enhancements.

Permanent contracts and full training are provided. A driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential, and the role offers a comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience preferred but not essential; full training provided.
• Driving licence and access to vehicle are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and practical support to adults with disabilities.
• Help clients access community activities and live independently.
• Assist with mobility, medication, dressing, mealtimes, housework and laundry.
• Build confidence, independence and a person-centred approach.

Skills

Driving licence

Job description

Permanent, Driving licence required, Full-Time

Support Worker – Fife Housing Support & Care at Home (Supported Living)

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you looking for a rewarding, flexible role that fits around your life? Whether you’re studying, balancing family commitments, or seeking a meaningful job in the charity sector, Capability Scotland could be the perfect fit.

For over 75 years, we’ve been delivering person-centred services that empower disabled people to live independently and on their terms. Our values—kindness, inclusivity, honesty, aspiration, and creativity—guide everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that truly changes lives.

About the Role

As a Supported Living Support Worker, you’ll help adults with complex physical and learning disabilities:

• Live independently in their own homes or adapted small adapted residential settings
• Access the community and enjoy activities such as shopping, cinema visits, football matches, and themed days
• Receive personal care and practical support, including mobility, medication, dressing, mealtimes, housework, and laundry
• Build confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging

No two days are the same, and your role will make a lasting impact on the lives of those you support.

What We Offer

• £13.45/hr (£25,947.47 p.a. pro-rata) with £14.12/hr nightshift premium
• Fully funded SVQ qualification – yours for life
• Permanent contracts: 4 x 37 hours & 2 x 18.5 hour contracts available
• Rolling rotas so you can plan your life outside of work
• 32 days’ holiday, increasing to 37 with service
• Free PVG checks
• £600 refer a friend scheme
• Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

*Benefits are subject to contractual terms.

About You

• Experience preferred but not essential — full training provided
• Driving license and access to vehicle essential
• Flexible, caring, and committed to person-centred support
• Ready to make a genuine, positive difference every day

Key Information

• Shift patterns: Days (typically 7am–2:45pm), Backshifts (2pm–10pm), Nightshifts (10pm–7am), over 7-day rolling rotas - one in three weekends off. Weekend-only or relief/bank roles available.
• This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship

Join Our Team

Bring your compassion, energy, and creativity — we’ll provide the training, support, and inclusive workplace where you can thrive.

We are One Voice, One Charity, One Spirit. #OneCapability.

This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Why Capability Scotland?

At Capability Scotland, you'll join a supportive team where your compassion, energy and commitment genuinely change lives every day.

We value our people and invest in their development through training, qualifications and excellent employee benefits.

Capability Scotland is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued, and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense – this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone.

Due to the high volume of applications expected, we advise that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest and for taking the time to apply to work with us.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and a satisfactory PVG Scheme Record/Update. The successful candidate will be required to undergo the appropriate Disclosure Scotland vetting checks prior to appointment.

For an informal chat about the role, contact [e-mail]. (Ref - CS080926)