Male Support Worker

Job Title

Male Support Worker

Location

Macduff, Aberdeenshire

Pay

£12.60 per hour

Hours

32 hours per week (Relief position also available)

Job Type

Permanent

About Real Life Options

At Real Life Options, we empower people with learning disabilities and autism to live fulfilling lives. With over 30 years of experience, our person-centred approach focuses on choice, independence, and inclusion—ensuring every individual has the opportunity to achieve their potential.

Make a Real Difference

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and motivated Male 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.

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

• 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.

Due to the nature of the role, we require a male candidate under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

What We Offer

• £12.60 per hour pay rate.
• 28 days paid holiday (pro‑rate).
• 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.

Ready to Apply?

Start your journey in making a real difference in someone’s life. Please ensure you check your email regularly (including junk folders) for updates on your application.

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