Support Worker

Real Life Options Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization providing support services in Glasgow seeks a compassionate Night Shift Support Worker. The role involves providing high-quality, overnight, person-centred support to adults with disabilities. Responsibilities include delivering personal care, operating mobility equipment, and ensuring a clean environment. The ideal candidate is reliable, possesses great communication skills, and is committed to facilitating positive outcomes for individuals. Comprehensive training and competitive pay at £12.60 per hour offered.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Accredited training and development

Contributory pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Refer a Friend bonus

Qualifications

• Ability to work night shifts flexibly, including weekends.
• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs preferred.
• Confidence using mobility aids and providing personal care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct overnight support to adults with learning disabilities.
• Deliver personal care, including catheter care.
• Safely operate mobility equipment like stand-aids.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Experience with disabilities

Reliable and compassionate

Job description

Job Title

Support Worker – Night Shift

Location

Kingsmore Court – Drumchapel, Glasgow

Hours

39 hours per week (Weeknights & Weekends)

Pay Rate

£12.60 per hour

About the Organisation

At Real Life Options we provide person centred support to enable the people we support to live the life that they choose. Support is uniquely tailored to everyone, ensuring they have choice and control over the planning and delivery of their support. You will support them to reach their potential by providing both physical and emotional support, along with encouraging them to develop positive relationships and achieve their goals.

You’ll be working alongside an experienced and friendly team in a role that gives you the opportunity to make a real difference. We’re looking for committed and caring individuals who have great communication skills.

About the service

Kingsmore Court provides supported accommodation to adults with a range of needs including autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs, acquired brain injury, physical disabilities and communication difficulties. Support is delivered across two neighbouring properties connected by an adjoining door, creating a homely environment where individuals are supported to feel safe, respected and empowered.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Night Duty Support Worker to provide high‑quality, person‑centred support throughout the night. You will work independently at times as well as part of a small, experienced team.

Typical Night Shift: 10pm – 8am

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct overnight support to adults with learning disabilities and physical disabilities.
• Deliver personal care, including catheter care and the use of continence aids.
• Safely operate mobility equipment such as stand‑aids and hoists to reposition individuals.
• Maintain a clean and safe home environment, completing cleaning and laundry tasks as required.
• Complete accurate documentation including daily notes, fluid/food charts and other essential records.
• Communicate clearly and professionally – strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Use initiative and problem‑solving skills during lone‑working periods while remaining an effective team member.

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to work night shifts flexibly, including weekends.
• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, autism or mental health needs (preferred but not essential).
• Confidence using mobility aids and providing personal care (training can be provided).
• Reliable, compassionate and committed to high‑quality support.
• Candidates to be based in North / North‑West Glasgow.
• Enhanced PVG required (we will support the application process).

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
• Access to 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?

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Real Life Options is an equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and happy to make reasonable adjustments to support candidates with disabilities or additional needs during the recruitment process.