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Support Worker - Waking Nights

United Kingdom, Inverurie Employment contract 13.45 GBP / Hour · Job Posted May 03, 2026
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Support Worker - Waking Nights. Location: Inverurie. Hourly Rate: £13.45. Hours: Full-time (39 hours per week). About Real Life Options: Real Life Options is a registered charity dedicated to empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and other complex needs to live fulfilling, independent lives. As we continue to grow, we are looking for committed Support Workers who share our values and want to make a real difference in their community.

Job Responsibility

  • Supporting individuals overnight in their homes
  • Ensuring the safety and security of service users and the property
  • Providing personal care and support with medication
  • Moving and handling
  • Promoting independence and helping individuals achieve their personal goals

Requirements

  • Honest
  • Good communicator
  • Passionate
  • Reliable
  • Caring
  • Flexible
  • Inclusive
  • Self-motivated
  • Strong personal values
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle strongly preferred
  • Enhanced PVG check required

Nice to have

Experience with de-escalation techniques and Positive Behaviour Support Plans

What we offer

  • 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
  • Accredited training and development opportunities
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Health Cash Plan (for contracted staff)
  • £10,000 life cover
  • Employee Assistance Programme (health, legal, financial support)
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Financial wellbeing scheme
  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme
  • Staff recognition initiatives
  • Mileage paid at 35p per mile (first 10,000 miles/year)

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