Support Worker
Job Description
Male Support Workers Forensic Group Home
Location: Buckhaven
Rate of Pay: From £13.64 per hour
Hours: Full-Time Opportunities Available
Shift Patterns: Dayshifts, Backshifts, Sleepovers & Nightshifts
We are currently recruiting Male Support Workers to join a specialist forensic group home service based in Buckhaven, supporting adults with learning disabilities and mental health support needs within a structured residential environment.
Due to the nature of the service and the support requirements of the individuals within it, this post is restricted to male applicants only.
This is a role that requires patience, professionalism, resilience, and the ability to build positive working relationships while maintaining clear boundaries and providing consistent support.
Responsibilities
You will be supporting individuals with:
- Daily routines and independent living skills
- Emotional and behavioural support
- Community access and social inclusion
- Medication and personal care where required
- Promoting safety, structure, and wellbeing within the service
The successful candidates will be calm under pressure, reliable, and committed to delivering high standards of person-centred support. Experience within forensic services, mental health, learning disabilities, or complex care settings would be highly beneficial.
What the role offers
- Competitive hourly rates
- Consistent full-time hours
- Ongoing support and training
- Valuable experience within specialist forensic care services
- Opportunity to work within a dedicated and supportive team
This is not just another support worker role. The work you do will directly contribute to helping individuals maintain stability, develop independence, and improve their quality of life in a safe and supportive setting.
If you have the right approach, the right values, and the commitment to work within a specialist service, we want to hear from you.
