West Lothian Outreach-Deans

Real Life Options; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A care support organization in Bathgate is seeking Support Workers to assist adults with learning disabilities. You will provide personal care, support independent living, and promote community involvement. The ideal candidate has a caring attitude and willingness to support individuals in achieving meaningful outcomes. This role offers competitive pay of £12.60/hour and various employee benefits.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday per year

Accredited training

Employer contributory pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Life Cover of £10,000

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Refer-a-Friend Incentive Bonus

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care is valued but not essential.
• Ability to maintain a person-centred approach.
• Willingness to engage with the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assist with daily living activities.
• Support independent living and community participation.
• Liaise with medical professionals as needed.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

The Role
We are seeking dedicated Support Workers to join our West Lothian Outreach service. This is a person-centred position, supporting adults with learning disabilities to live independently, achieve meaningful outcomes, and participate in their local community.

Responsibilities

• Providing care and support, including personal care, medication administration, shopping, housework and cooking.
• Assisting individuals to maintain and develop independent living skills.
• Offering social support to promote community involvement and inclusion.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of positive relationships.
• Liaising with medical professionals when required.

An enhanced Adult PVG is essential for this role.

Shift Patterns

• Day Shifts: 8am–3pm, 9am–3pm, 10am–3pm, 11am–3pm
• Afternoon/Evening Shifts: 3pm–9:30pm
• Waking Nights: 9:30pm–8:00am

Benefits and Rewards

• £12.60 per hour
• Minimum 28 days paid holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Accredited training to support your professional development
• Employer contributory pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan (for full/part-time contracted staff)
• £10,000 Life Cover
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling and legal/financial advice)
• Access to discounted goods and services via our Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Scheme
• Refer-a-Friend Incentive Bonus (terms apply)
• Staff Recognition Initiatives

Our Values

• Respect
• Honesty
• Responsibility
• Excellence

While previous experience is valued, the right attitude and behaviours are key to success in this role.

Equal Opportunities

Real Life Options is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a workplace that is free from discrimination and where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect.

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

Additional Information

Offering care and support to one adult with learning Disabilities to ensure the running of the home, health and wellbeing. This will include limited Personal Care, medication, house work, cooking and most importantly maintaining and developing his independent skills. Social support encouraged daily to ensure involvement and independence within his community and shopping tasks as well as offering new experiences. Support plans/ Risk Assessments in place to ensure continued accurate support. You will be required to liaise with medical professionals when required.