Support Worker


Company:	Real Life Options
Salary:	£12.71 - £12.71
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	YO26 6AJ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	19 Aug 2026
Closing date:	16 Sept 2026

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Summary

Support Worker

📍 Paddock Way, Acomb, York

🕒 Part Time – 26 Hours Per Week

💷 £12.71 per hour

🌟 Relief Opportunities Also Available

🚗 Drivers desirable

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

As a Support Worker, you will:

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.

🔗 Apply today and start your journey with Real Life Options – where you make the difference.

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