Support Worker


Company:	Real Life Options
Salary:	£13.45 - £13.45
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	KY7 4NS
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	13 Aug 2026
Closing date:	10 Sept 2026

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Summary

Female Support Worker

Location: Glenrothes

Contract: 35 hours per week, Part-Time

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

A strong communicator

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

Ready to Apply?

Please note that initial contact will usually be made via email, so check your inbox (and junk folder) regularly.

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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