Empowering Support Worker for Independent Living

Lifeways Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards

Cycle to Work

Gym discounts

Eye care plan

B&Q discount

Blue Light Card

Referral bonus

Pension 3%

Paid training days

Qualifications/Apprenticeships

Job summary

Lifeways Group in Glasgow is seeking Female Support Workers for roles in Yoker, Drumchapel and Clydebank. You’ll support adults with learning disabilities to live independently, assisting with daily living skills and community participation.

We offer a supportive, values‑driven environment with training and development, plus flexible shifts—full-time and part-time, with long dayshifts and sleepovers.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised support to adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs to live independently.
• Assist with daily living skills (cooking, budgeting, personal care) and access to community activities.

Job description

Female Support Worker vacancies in Yoker, Drumchapel and Clydebank

Job Description

Ready to step into a role where every day has purpose? At Lifeways, we’re more than the UK’s largest supported living provider, we’re a community built on compassion, respect, and genuine human connection. There’s no better moment to begin a career that truly matters. And remember you’re not just anyone; you’re someone who can make a real difference.

This isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to grow your skills, change lives, and be part of something truly meaningful.

Shift Patterns

Full time and part time

Long dayshifts and sleepovers

Why Lifeways?

At Lifeways, We Believe In Three Things

Being Supported. Feeling Valued. Having Impact.

• Being Supported means you’re never alone—we invest in your growth with training, development, and a team that’s got your back.
• Feeling Valued means your contributions matter. We celebrate your wins, listen to your ideas, and reward your efforts.
• Having Impact means your work changes lives. Every day, you’ll help people live more independently, confidently, and joyfully.
  
  

“At Lifeways, I feel part of something bigger. I’m supported by my team, trusted to make decisions, and I know the work I do genuinely changes lives.”

— Sarah, Support Worker

What You’ll Get

We believe in valuing our people—because when you’re supported, you thrive. That’s why we offer:

• Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Up to £1,000
• Gym discounts – Save up to £192 annually
• Eye care & health cash plans
• New! 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Blue Light Card eligibility – Discounts on shopping, food, days out & more
• £200 for every successful referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid days of training per year
• Access to qualifications & apprenticeships
  
  

About The Role

In Glasgow, we offer personalised support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs—empowering them to live independently in their own homes. This includes help with daily living skills such as cooking, budgeting, and personal care, as well as support with accessing community activities, building social connections, and managing health and wellbeing. Every day, you’ll see the impact of your work in real time.

Ready to take the next step in a career that matters?

Apply today and help us continue making a positive impact—one person at a time.

*This post is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.*

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