Support Worker – Real Life Options (Glasgow)
Location: Southside of Glasgow
Contract: Permanent, 30 Hours per week (Relief roles also available)
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Overview
At Real Life Options, we provide person-centred support to help people we support (PWS) live the life they choose. Support is uniquely tailored to each individual, ensuring they have choice and control over how their support is delivered. You will provide both physical and emotional assistance, encourage positive relationships, and help individuals achieve their personal goals.
You’ll join an experienced and friendly team in a rewarding role where you can make a real difference.
Key Responsibilities
- Support with personal care, medication, cooking, and household tasks
- Promote independence and community involvement
- Support attendance at healthcare appointments
- Communicate with professionals and maintain accurate support records
- Implement support plans and risk assessments
- Work both independently and as part of a team
- Perform manual handling when required
Shift Patterns: Flexibility required (Rota basis – 9am–3pm, 9am–9pm, 8am–9pm)
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Caring and compassionate
- Honest and reliable
- Flexible and self-motivated
- A good communicator
- Inclusive and values-driven
If you can tick six or more of these qualities, you could be a great fit.
Requirements:
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Initiative and problem-solving skills
- Enhanced PVG required (support provided for the application)
What We Offer
- £12.60 per hour
- 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)
- Accredited training and development
- Contributory pension scheme
- Mileage paid at 35p per mile (up to 10,000 miles per year)
- Health Cash Plan (for contracted staff)
- £10,000 Life Cover
- Free Employee Assistance Programme
- Retail and service discounts via Reward Gateway
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Financial wellbeing support
- Refer a Friend bonus
- Recognition and reward initiatives
Ready to Apply?
Initial contact will usually be made by email, so please check your inbox and junk folders regularly.
Real Life Options is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can make reasonable adjustments to support candidates with disabilities or additional needs during the recruitment process.
