Support Worker

Lifeways; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards over £2,000 per year

Cycle to Work Scheme up to £1,000

Gym discounts up to £192 annually

Eye care and health cash plans

10% off at B&Q for all team members

Blue Light Card eligibility

£200 referral bonus for successful ref

3% employer pension contribution

8 paid training days per year

Access to qualifications and Apprentix

Job summary

Lifeways in Edinburgh is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our team in Leith. You will help adults with learning disabilities live more independently, supporting daily living tasks, social activities, and health and wellbeing in their own homes or in the community.

This full-time role offers a meaningful career with training and development opportunities, with a schedule that includes day shifts to support the people we serve.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised support to adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs, helping with daily living skills and community access.

Job description

Location: Leith, Edinburgh, EH17 8RH

Shift pattern: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week), mixture of day shifts

Salary: £13.95 per hour

Make a Real Difference Every Single Day

Looking for a career where your work truly matters? At Lifeways, we don't just offer jobs, we offer purpose. As the UK's largest supported living provider, we've been empowering people and transforming lives since 1995. Now, we're looking for passionate Support Workers to join our team in Edinburgh and help shape brighter futures in your community.

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.

"I'm much more confident now. Being so close with the people we support provides structure and stability for each other. They are part of our lives and we are part of theirs." Michaela Bartholomew, 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 and health cash plans
• New! 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Blue Light Card eligibility, discounts on shopping, food, days out and more
• £200 for every successful referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid days of training per year
• Access to qualifications and apprenticeships

About the Role

In Edinburgh, 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.

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