Support Worker - Fife Services

Support Worker – Fife Housing Support & Care at Home (Supported Living)

Locations: Dunfermline & Rosyth
Hours: 4 x 37 & 2 x 18.5 hrs/week available, permanent contracts
Pay: £13.45/hr (+ £14.12/hr night premium) | £25,947.47 p.a. pro-rata

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you looking for a rewarding, flexible role that fits around your life? Whether you’re studying, balancing family commitments, or seeking a meaningful job in the charity sector, Capability Scotland could be the perfect fit.

For over 75 years, we’ve been delivering person-centred services that empower disabled people to live independently and on their terms. Our values—kindness, inclusivity, honesty, aspiration, and creativity—guide everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that truly changes lives.

About the Role

As a Supported Living Support Worker, you’ll help adults with complex physical and learning disabilities:

• Live independently in their own homes or adapted small adapted residential settings
• Access the community and enjoy activities such as shopping, cinema visits, football matches, and themed days
• Receive personal care and practical support, including mobility, medication, dressing, mealtimes, housework, and laundry
• Build confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging

Job Description: Support Worker (Res Resp)

No two days are the same, and your role will make a lasting impact on the lives of those you support.

What We Offer

• £13.45/hr (£25,947.47 p.a. pro-rata) with £14.12/hr nightshift premium
• Fully funded SVQ qualification – yours for life
• Permanent contracts: 4 x 37 hours & 2 x 18.5 hour contracts available
• Rolling rotas so you can plan your life outside of work
• 32 days’ holiday, increasing to 37 with service
• Free PVG checks
• £600 refer a friend scheme
• Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution
• Perks & discounts: Blue Light Card, Concerts for Carers, shopping schemes
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

*Benefits are subject to contractual terms.

About You

• Experience preferred but not essential — full training provided
• Driving license and access to vehicle essential
• Flexible, caring, and committed to person-centred support
• Ready to make a genuine, positive difference every day

Key Information

• Locations: Dunfermline (KY12) & Rosyth (KY11)
• Shift patterns: Days (typically 7am–2:45pm), Backshifts (2pm–10pm), Nightshifts (10pm–7am), over 7-day rolling rotas - one in three weekends off. Weekend-only or relief/bank roles available.
• This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship

 Join Our Team

Bring your compassion, energy, and creativity — we’ll provide the training, support, and inclusive workplace where you can thrive.

We are One Voice, One Charity, One Spirit. #OneCapability.

Apply now and help adults live life their way.

Important information:

This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Why Capability Scotland?

At Capability Scotland, you'll join a supportive team where your compassion, energy and commitment genuinely change lives every day.

We value our people and invest in their development through training, qualifications and excellent employee benefits.

Apply Today

Click Apply Now and upload your CV (and optional covering letter).

For an informal chat about the role, contact [email protected]. (Ref - CS080926)

Important Information

We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early, therefore we would encourage you to apply without delay. 

Capability Scotland is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued, and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense – this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone. 

Due to the high volume of applications expected, we advise that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest and for taking the time to apply to work with us.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and a satisfactory PVG Scheme Record/Update. The successful candidate will be required to undergo the appropriate Disclosure Scotland vetting checks prior to appointment.