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Support Worker (Female Only) - Kingdom Support & Care
Created: 20/07/2026
News/Events Category: Job VacanciesPost: Support Worker (female only)Organisation: Kingdom Support & CareContract: PermanentHours: 16 hours per weekSalary: £27,283 to £27,965 per annum, pro rataLocation: GlenrothesKingdom Support and Care (KSC) provide high quality and personalised support and care for over 300 individuals across Fife and Forth Valley. They support individuals to manage or overcome challenges, including age-related issues, alcohol and drug addictions, autism spectrum disorders, complex needs, homelessness, learning disabilities and mental health issues. They work with people in their own homes, assisting them to do the things that matter to them and realise their ambitions. They believe that great support leads to great lives.
About you
KSC is looking for passionate, enthusiastic and dedicated female individuals who have the desire to support people to have the best life possible. Those with high empathy and tolerance along with a great sense of humour are key to success in what at times can be a challenging but rewarding role. Ideally you should have experience of support and care, however this is not essential as training will be provided.
Although they offer flexible working contracts, they also require a degree of flexibility in your approach to work, and it is essential you can work shifts which will include weekends, evenings and sleepovers.
Job description
In this role, you will become part of the support team ensuring a high quality of care and support is delivered to individuals in Glenrothes for the Locheil service. They are looking to cover a variety of shifts, including sleepovers and outreach support which can be from 9.00am to 6.00pm. You will provide support with daily activities in the community such as trips to the cinema, arts and craft clubs, along with other groups and the local disco. Within this service KSC provide high quality support and care to adults with learning disabilities and mental health issues. Individuals may require assistance with personal care, medication and assisting with daily household tasks within their own homes.
They provide support to individuals in the Glenrothes area, so there is a requirement for you to drive, have a car for work and be willing to use your car to transport service users to activities. The expense of using your car will be reimbursed at a rate of 55p per mile. The role is primarily centred around understanding and supporting the day-to-day living of the service users. Working within this service the successful individual requires to have the passion, drive and dedication in helping others to live fulfilling lives.
Staff benefits
KSC offer an attractive salary and benefits package including a contributory pension scheme and generous annual leave entitlement.
- 32 days' annual leave entitlement (pro rata)
- An Employee Assistance Programme, including a free counselling service
- Access to paid SVQ qualifications
- Discounted gym membership
- Access to the Vivup employee benefits platform
- Enhanced family friendly pay entitlements
- Generous pension scheme
- PVG applications paid by KSC
- Access to paid SVQ qualifications
Requirements
A current driving licence, business insurance and the use of a car for work purposes is essential. This post is subject to a PVG Disclosure check.
They welcome applications from all candidates who have the right to work in the UK. While they hold a sponsor licence, they do not currently have any Certificates of Sponsorship available and are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. If you would require sponsorship to be able to take up employment with them, they kindly ask you to consider this before applying, as they will not be able to progress applications that are dependent on sponsorship at this time.
How to apply
Click here to apply on their website.
If you require adjustments to attend an interview or have any queries, please call 01592 632577 or e-mail [email protected]
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 05 August 2026 at their Balfarg service office in Glenrothes.
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 28 July 2026.Kingdom is committed to contributing towards the eradication of homelessness. As part of that, they particularly welcome applications from people who are currently registered homeless or have been in the last 12 months. They will guarantee shortlisting to any applicant who meets that criteria and the essential criteria for the vacancy. If they offer you the role and you are homeless at that point, they will also offer you a tenancy in one of their properties as part of the Naumann Initiative. If you wish your application to be considered under the scheme, please state this under "Supporting information" on your application form. Scottish Charity No: SC000874
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