Support Worker (Weekend and holiday cover)

Job Title: Support Worker (Weekend and holiday cover)
Location: Turriff
Salary: £13.45 per hour
Hours: Part-time (11 hours per week)

Join Real Life Options – Make a Real Difference

Real Life Options is a registered charity and a leading provider of support services across the UK. As we continue to grow, we are looking for dedicated Support Workers in Turriff who are passionate about empowering people with disabilities to live independent and fulfilling lives.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Support Worker, you’ll be part of a committed team helping adults with:

• Learning disabilities
• Mental health needs
• Autism
• Epilepsy
• Physical disabilities
• Challenging behaviour

Your day may involve:

• Supporting with personal care and administering medication
• Helping with cooking, cleaning and household tasks
• Budgeting and financial planning
• Providing social support and enabling community participation
• Attending team meetings and maintaining accurate records
• Encouraging independence and enhancing quality of life

You’ll work a variety of shifts, including early mornings (from 7:30am), evenings (until 10pm) , weekends, and public holidays. Sleepovers and waking night shifts may also be required. Every second weekend off.

What We Offer

• 28 days’ paid holiday (pro-rata) including bank holidays
• Accredited training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Buddy system and shadow shifts for all new starters
• Enhanced PVG required (we’ll guide you through the process)

Additional Benefits Include:

• Health Cash Plan
• £10,000 Life Cover
• Employee Assistance Programme (health, legal, financial advice)
• Discount platform with high street brands
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial wellbeing scheme
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Recognition Initiatives

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking people with the right values and behaviours who share our core principles:

Respect – Honesty – Responsibility – Excellence

If you can circle 6 or more of the following traits, you might be the person we're looking for:

Honest – Caring – Reliable – Self-Motivated – Inclusive – Flexible – Good Communicator – Passionate – Strong Values

Previous experience is a bonus, especially in supporting adults with challenging behaviours, but full training will be provided.

Apply Now
Be part of something meaningful. Support others to live their best life — and find purpose in yours.

Real Life Options is an equal opportunities employer.