Relief Support Worker - Blantyre
Listed on 2026-09-30
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Healthcare
Direct Support Professional/ Direct Care, Home Care, Caregiver
Relief Support Workers provide a highly valued source of support across our services, helping to cover short or long term planned and unplanned absences. As a member of our relief pool, you’ll play a key role in supporting people with complex needs to live independently in their own homes, or to attend their activities and stay connected to their communities.
As a Relief Support Worker, you can share your availability and preferences in advance so managers can plan effectively and match your strengths, skills and interests. You can also let us know if you’re available at short notice—every hour of support makes a meaningful difference. Whatever your availability, your contribution matters.
Why join our Blantyre Team?Based in Blantyre, our service supports individuals to live as independently as possible while achieving their personal goals and enjoying meaningful lives within their local community.
As a Relief Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to build positive relationships with the people we support, helping them with everyday activities, developing life skills, accessing their community, and enjoying the things that matter most to them.
Our Blantyre team is known for its welcoming atmosphere, strong teamwork, and commitment to delivering person-centred support. Whether you're covering a few shifts each month or looking for regular flexible work, you'll be part of a supportive team where your contribution is valued and appreciated
What can you expect at our Blantyre Service- A friendly and supportive team environment
- Opportunities to make a lasting difference every day
- Strong management support from experienced leaders
- Person-centred support focused on individual goals and outcomes
- A community-focused service helping people stay connected and independent
This is more than just flexible work, it's an opportunity to be part of a team that helps people live the life they choose while developing your own skills and experience along the way.
Relief Opportunities at Blantyre Short BreaksAs a Relief Support Practitioner, you'll enjoy the flexibility of working shifts that fit around your availability while making a real difference to the people we support. Relief colleagues are offered shifts based on service needs, which may include:
- Morning shifts: 7:30am – 3:00pm
Afternoon shifts: 2:30pm – 10:00pm - Waking night shifts: 9:45pm – 7:45am
- Sleepover shifts:
Available as required and paid at your normal hourly rate
Whether you're starting a new career, gaining experience in social care, or simply looking for flexible work that makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Working for usWe offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment. View our Work With Us Information Pack.
Please note and consider before applying:- We do NOT currently offer visa sponsorship for our vacancies and would therefore ask that you do not apply if you require sponsorship.
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