Support Worker

Leonard Cheshire; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is looking for a Support Worker to join their team at Wharfedale House in Leeds. The role involves supporting individuals with daily living tasks to help them live confidently and independently. You will work in a supportive environment focused on personal care and community involvement. No prior experience is required as full training will be provided. Flexible working hours including weekends are part of the role, along with a benefits package that includes generous holiday allowances and employee support programs.

Benefits

28 days holiday per annum

Access to pay before payday

Free Blue Light Card

Contributory Pension Scheme

Health cash plan

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• No previous care experience is needed; training will be provided.
• A genuine desire to help others and make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Support with daily living tasks, including personal care and medication.
• Encourage independence through a person-centred approach.
• Accompany people to appointments and community activities.
• Keep clear, accurate records.
• Help each person live life on their own terms.

Skills

Warm, friendly and empathetic approach

Good communication and teamwork skills

Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends

Personal care experience

Experience with learning disabilities

Job description

Support Worker

£12.46 per hour | Full time | 40.5 hours per week | Wharfedale House

"What we do changes lives in small but powerful ways." Our team sees the impact of their kindness every day. If you lead with empathy and want to support people in living confidently and independently, we would love to hear from you.

A home, not just a service. Our Wharfedale House service is home to sixteen adults with physical disabilities. Our service feels like family – relaxed, supportive, and centred around the people who live here. Every day brings new moments to celebrate: from small wins in independence to big laughs over mealtimes.

Your working hours

40.5 hours per week over 4 days per week.

• 3 long days – 11.5 hours per day – 8.30am – 8.30pm
• 1 short day – 6 hours – 8.30am – 2.30pm and 2.30pm – 8.30pm

You will need to be flexible to work all shifts including on weekends as part of a rota.

Why you’ll love working here

As well as supporting your wellbeing and career development, we offer a fantastic benefits package, including:

• 28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (up to 33 days)
• Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card – exclusive discounts and perks
• Contributory Pension Scheme with competitive life cover
• Health cash plan – affordable healthcare when you need it
• Career development – apprenticeships and recognised qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support

From 1 December 2025 new enhancement rates of £1.00 per hour apply only to night working (8pm – 8.30pm) and weekend working (8pm Friday – 7am Monday). This does not apply to Sleep‑Ins.

What you’ll do

• Support with daily living tasks, including personal care, mealtimes, and medication
• Encourage independence through a person‑centred approach
• Accompany people to appointments, events, and community activities
• Keep clear, accurate records
• Help each person live life on their own terms

No previous care experience? No problem – we will give you all the training you need.

What helps you shine here

• Previous experience as a support worker with learning disabilities
• Warm, friendly and empathetic approach
• Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Personal care experience (helpful, but not essential)
• A genuine desire to help others and make a difference

About Leonard Cheshire

We are one of the UK’s highest‑rated providers of care and supported living services – 87% of our services are rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by regulators.

For over 75 years, we support disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible. We provide specialist support across residential care, supported living, and respite services for people with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, sensory impairments, and learning disabilities.

Our goal is simple: to create welcoming, safe, and empowering spaces that feel like home – giving people real choice and control over their lives.

Ready to apply?

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with disabilities and will support your requirements for reasonable adjustments wherever possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post, and references will be obtained for all roles.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. In certain recruitment situations, such as high‑volume, seasonal and high‑peak times, the employer may limit the overall number of interviews offered to both disabled people and non‑disabled people.