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Relief Support Worker (Female Only)

Quarriers
12.6 per hour
Cowdenbeath, Fife
Part-time
28th January 2026

Free physiotherapy

Discount opportunities

Christmas savings scheme

Salary £12.60 per hour

Location Cowdenbeath, Fife

Expiry 28/01/2026 23:59

This is a Relief Contract, Part Time vacancy that will close in 9 days at 23:59 GMT.

The Vacancy

Quarriers is recruiting Relief Support Worker's in Cowdenbeath, Fife! Join Quarriers and reach your full potential supporting adults with mental health support needs. 

You new opportunity 

Quarriers Fife Adult Support Living services are currently recruiting relief Female Support Workers. The services are situated in a row of 6 cottages within an idyllic setting in Cowdenbeath where we support adults who have emotional/mental health support needs and learning disabilities. One of the six cottages is the central hub office base for staff to enjoy and where peer support is offered. Within the 5 cottages you will be supporting people in their own home, assisting them with daily life task such as cooking, hobbies and domestic duties. The people we support are independent and at times may need assistance with person care.

Successful candidates joining Quarriers will be provided with training and the opportunity to thrive in a role where you can make a difference to a person’s life every day. An important part of the role is being able to connect with the people we support and understanding their individual needs. You will be part of a well-established dedicated team who promote inclusivity and support people with accessing local opportunities and activities/hobbies they enjoy.

Working pattern: Quarriers is offering relief contracts. Day shifts start from 7:45am – 8pm. We support people 24/7 therefore a level of flexibility and availability to work12 hours shifts including day,  waking nights & sleepovers to meet the needs of service delivery. 

What you'll need

  • Ability to connect with people and build long lasting relationships.
  • Compassion and kindness to support people in their day to day lives.
  • Enthusiasm and self-motivation.
  • Ability to apply transferable life experience and skills to support and enable individuals.
  • Excellent problem solver who is driven by positive outcomes.
  • Resilient, reliable and an excellent listener.
  • Good IT & communication skills.
  • A full valid UK driving license is essential
  • No experience required, Quarriers will provide you with training and development opportunities.

Apply today and play a part in making Scotland a better place to be! 

Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within three months of start date. 

Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile. 

Quarriers have a platinum investors in people accreditation

About Us

Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.

Benefits

Free physiotherapy and occupational health

24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme

Non-contributory life assurance scheme

Workplace pension

Christmas savings scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Long service rewards

Significant discount opportunities

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