Quarriers is a well-established social care organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, person-centred support across Scotland. The organisation is currently recruiting a Relief Support Worker to join its services in Glasgow, offering a flexible, part-time opportunity for individuals with experience in social care who are seeking work that fits around existing commitments.
The Relief Support Worker will provide essential assistance to Individuals with varying support needs, helping them to live as independently as possible within their community. Duties include supporting daily living activities, promoting wellbeing, and delivering care in line with individual support plans and organisational standards. A professional, compassionate and reliable approach is essential to ensure consistent and safe support.
Applicants should have previous experience working in a social care setting, along with the ability to adapt to different environments and service users. Strong communication skills, flexibility and a commitment to high standards of care are key attributes for this role.
This position offers valuable experience with a respected care provider, ongoing training opportunities and the flexibility of relief-based work. It is an ideal role for experienced support workers seeking a part-time position in Glasgow within a supportive and values-driven organisation.
Position: Relief Support Worker
Job Type: Part Time
Salary: £12.60 PER HOUR
Location: Glasgow
The Vacancy
Are you looking for a role in social which can offer you the opportunity to work across different support services? Are you flexible, adaptable and a champion team player? Sound like you? Join Quarriers as a Relief Support Worker cover shifts across Glasgow area.
Quarrier is on the lookout for skilled, driven and motivated Relief Support Worker’s to join our newly created central relief pool.
You will play a key part in supporting various teams and different services with unfilled shifts/gaps in rota’s offering practical support to people who have complex needs such as, autism, epilepsy, mental health, physical disability and communication support needs.
We are looking for dedicated and reliable candidates who are keen to join Quarriers mission to nurture supportive relationships, provide high-quality care, and promote inclusive communities.
Why should you join Quarriers relief pool?
‘’I have really enjoyed the opportunity to work in different services and meet a wider group of people. I’m not able to commit to shifts in advance as my partner works away. This role gives me the opportunity to pick up shifts at short notice which suits my family dynamic’’ – Lorraine (Support Worker)
‘’The staff pool is an experience for people who are opened to new ideas, new working environments, new challenges, creating new contacts to engage in.
I have recently joined the relief staff pool and the past couple of weeks have been amazing to me. It has broadened my horizon and view of Quarriers as an organisation and given me a better perspective of understanding the same ideas that first started 152 years ago’’ – Jeff (Relief Support Worker
Essential to be considered
- Previous experience working in social care.
- A full valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
- We are recruiting Relief Support Worker’s, however please see attached Job Role Profiles for further information on relief opportunities.
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
Application Process
APPLY TODAY and reach your full potential at Quarriers!
Application Deadline
December 26th, 2025