Support Worker

1st Homecare; Livingston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking Support Workers to join their team in Uphall Station, assisting five men with learning disabilities. This role includes supporting daily living activities, promoting independence, and facilitating community involvement. Applicants should possess compassion, reliability, and good communication skills.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)

Accredited training and development

Contributory pension scheme

Mileage paid at 35p per mile

Health Cash Plan

£10,000 Life Cover

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Access to retail and service discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Refer a Friend bonus

Recognition and reward initiatives

Qualifications

• Ability to travel to and from Uphall Station for each shift.
• Driving licence preferred due to mobility vehicle use.
• Enhanced PVG required.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with personal care, medication, cooking, and household tasks.
• Facilitate access to social opportunities and new experiences.
• Work according to support plans and risk assessments.

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Honest and reliable

Flexible and self-motivated

Good communicator

Inclusive and values-driven

Job description

Support Worker
Location: Uphall, West Lothian
Contract: 28 hours per week
Pay: £12.60 per hour

About the Role

Real Life Options is seeking caring and committed Support Workers to join our team in Uphall Station, West Lothian. You will be supporting five men with learning disabilities in their shared home, helping them maintain independence and lead fulfilling lives.

This is a person-centred role where you’ll support individuals with their health and wellbeing, daily routines, social inclusion, and personal development.

What You'll Do

• Support individuals with personal care, medication, cooking, and household tasks
• Enable involvement in the local community and promote independence
• Facilitate access to social opportunities and new experiences
• Work according to support plans and risk assessments
• Maintain clear and accurate records of support provided
• Communicate effectively with the team, family members, and medical professionals
• Work independently and as part of a supportive team

Shift Patterns

• 7:30am – 3:00pm
• 9:00am – 3:00pm
• 3:00pm – 10:00pm
• 4:00pm – 8:00pm

Occasional flexibility is required depending on individual needs – for example, a shift starting at 9:00am may finish at 7:00pm.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Caring and compassionate
• Honest and reliable
• Flexible and self-motivated
• A good communicator
• Inclusive and values-driven

If you can tick six or more of these qualities, you could be the right fit.

Requirements

• Ability to travel to and from Uphall Station for each shift
• A driving licence is preferred due to the use of mobility vehicles
• Enhanced PVG required (we will support the application process)

What We Offer

• £12.60 per hour
• 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)
• Accredited training and development
• Contributory pension scheme
• Mileage paid at 35p per mile (up to 10,000 miles per year)
• Health Cash Plan (for contracted staff)
• £10,000 Life Cover
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to retail and service discounts via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial wellbeing support
• Refer a Friend bonus
• Recognition and reward initiatives

Accessibility

• The service is a 5–10 minute walk from Uphall Train Station
• Improving local bus services are available
• Regular contact and support from experienced staff and management

Ready to Apply?

Please be aware that initial contact will usually be made by email, so check your inbox and junk folders regularly.

Real Life Options is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support candidates with disabilities or additional needs during the recruitment process.