Support Worker
| Posting date: | 07 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,228 to £27,104 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | dependent on skills & experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 April 2026 |
| Location: | Fife, Scotland |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Link Group Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | LLSWFAPR26 |
Summary
Job Title: Support Worker (Fife Support Service)
No Personal Care or Medication Administration duties
Location: Based at West Bridge Mill, Kirkcaldy, covering the Fife area. The role involves travel and lone working in the community. Business travel expenses are paid.
Hours:
Full Time: 37.5 hours (Mon–Fri 9–5, plus weekend rotation 1 in 5 or 6)
Part Time: Hours/pattern to be agreed
Are you passionate about helping people live better lives? Do you want to work for a charity that values your wellbeing as much as the people you support? Join a trauma-informed team where creativity and flexibility are encouraged.
No previous experience or qualifications are required—if you share our values, we want to hear from you.
Our Values:
Empathy – understanding individual needs
Respect – treating people as they wish to be treated
Integrity – honesty and strong principles
Caring – kindness and compassion
About LinkLiving
We are a Scottish health and wellbeing charity supporting people affected by trauma, mental health challenges, poverty and inequality to build better lives. Our services include personal development programmes, self-help coaching, supported accommodation, housing support, befriending and more.
The Service
Provides tailored, long-term visiting support to people across Fife with complex needs, funded through social work contracts.
The Role
You will deliver person-centred, trauma-informed support, building positive relationships and helping individuals manage challenges and move towards independent living. This includes emotional, practical and social support, advocacy, and working with partner agencies where appropriate.
Note: Personal care and medication administration are not required.
A full UK driving licence and access to a reliable car are essential.
Benefits
Competitive salary with annual review
35 days’ holiday (pro rata) + 3 extra days after 3 years
Buy/sell holiday scheme
Enhanced sick and family pay
Funded SVQ qualifications & development opportunities
Pension scheme with generous employer contribution
Life assurance
Healthcare cash plan & employee discounts
Employee assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme and more
Additional Information
SSSC registration required (within 6 months)
PVG membership required (cost covered by employer)
Key Dates:
Closing Date: Sunday 19 April 2026 (23:59)
Interviews: Monday 27 April 2026 (Kirkcaldy)
How to Apply
Apply via our website. Alternative formats (e.g. Braille, audio) are available on request.
We encourage authentic applications that reflect your own skills and experience.
We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
No Personal Care or Medication Administration duties
Location: Based at West Bridge Mill, Kirkcaldy, covering the Fife area. The role involves travel and lone working in the community. Business travel expenses are paid.
Hours:
Full Time: 37.5 hours (Mon–Fri 9–5, plus weekend rotation 1 in 5 or 6)
Part Time: Hours/pattern to be agreed
Are you passionate about helping people live better lives? Do you want to work for a charity that values your wellbeing as much as the people you support? Join a trauma-informed team where creativity and flexibility are encouraged.
No previous experience or qualifications are required—if you share our values, we want to hear from you.
Our Values:
Empathy – understanding individual needs
Respect – treating people as they wish to be treated
Integrity – honesty and strong principles
Caring – kindness and compassion
About LinkLiving
We are a Scottish health and wellbeing charity supporting people affected by trauma, mental health challenges, poverty and inequality to build better lives. Our services include personal development programmes, self-help coaching, supported accommodation, housing support, befriending and more.
The Service
Provides tailored, long-term visiting support to people across Fife with complex needs, funded through social work contracts.
The Role
You will deliver person-centred, trauma-informed support, building positive relationships and helping individuals manage challenges and move towards independent living. This includes emotional, practical and social support, advocacy, and working with partner agencies where appropriate.
Note: Personal care and medication administration are not required.
A full UK driving licence and access to a reliable car are essential.
Benefits
Competitive salary with annual review
35 days’ holiday (pro rata) + 3 extra days after 3 years
Buy/sell holiday scheme
Enhanced sick and family pay
Funded SVQ qualifications & development opportunities
Pension scheme with generous employer contribution
Life assurance
Healthcare cash plan & employee discounts
Employee assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme and more
Additional Information
SSSC registration required (within 6 months)
PVG membership required (cost covered by employer)
Key Dates:
Closing Date: Sunday 19 April 2026 (23:59)
Interviews: Monday 27 April 2026 (Kirkcaldy)
How to Apply
Apply via our website. Alternative formats (e.g. Braille, audio) are available on request.
We encourage authentic applications that reflect your own skills and experience.
We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.