Support Worker
| Posting date: | 06 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.45 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 03 June 2026 |
| Location: | Fife, KY7 4NS |
| Company: | Real Life Options |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ORG3708-LI1566338GleSW |
Summary
Female Support Worker
Location: Glenrothes
Contract: 32 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
Minimum 6 months’ experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviour
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.
Location: Glenrothes
Contract: 32 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
Minimum 6 months’ experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviour
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.
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.