Support Worker

Healthcare & Medical
Banffshire
May 3, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Relief Support Worker

Location: Macduff, Aberdeenshire
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Hours: Part Time
Job Type: Permanent

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and motivated Support Worker to join our close knit team in Macduff. You’ll be working in a supportive and established environment where many staff have been with us for over 20 years-proof of the positive and stable culture we’ve built.

As part of a vibrant and welcoming community hub, you’ll provide support to individuals in their day to day lives-helping them maintain independence, engage in activities they enjoy, and access the wider community.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Providing personal care, practical assistance, and emotional support
  • Supporting service users with daily tasks in their homes and the community
  • Promoting choice, dignity, and independence
  • Building trusting relationships and encouraging social inclusion
  • Working both individually and as part of a dedicated team

About the Service

The majority of our service users live independently within the same community complex, which fosters strong friendships and a wholesome, neighbourly atmosphere. Social events and group activities are held regularly at the on site hub, encouraging connection and wellbeing.

Shifts & Hours

Shifts follow a rotating pattern and may include:

  • 8:00am-5:00pm
  • 9:00am-4:00pm
  • 10:00am-7:00pm
  • 5:00pm-10:00pm
  • 4:00pm-9:00am (overnight support)

Flexibility is essential, and occasional sleepover shifts may be required once you are confident and experienced in the role.

What You’ll Need

  • A caring, inclusive, and person centred mindset
  • Willingness to learn and be part of a long standing supportive team
  • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
  • A commitment to Real Life Options’ values: Respect, Honesty, Responsibility, and Excellence

What We Offer

  • £12.60 per hour pay rate
  • 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
  • Accredited training and development
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • 35p per mile mileage reimbursement (up to 10,000 miles/year)
  • Health & Wellbeing Benefits, including:
    • Health Cash Plan
    • £10,000 life cover
    • Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, legal, financial support)
    • Reward Gateway (discounts on retail, leisure, and more)
    • Cycle to Work scheme
    • Financial wellbeing support
    • Refer a Friend bonus

Are You the Right Fit?

If you can say “yes” to at least 6 of these qualities, we want to hear from you:

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

Equality & Accessibility

Real Life Options is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you have a disability, learning difficulty, or any specific needs, we’re happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you through the application process.

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