Job Description

12.70 per hour | Occasional Hours | South Lanarkshire Supported Living

Community-based homes that look and feel like ordinary residences, each supporting one individual with personalised one-to-one care. Join a team where you can make a meaningful impact every day in a calm, homely environment.

A home, not just a service

Our South Lanarkshire Supported Living service supports two adults with physical and/or learning disabilities--one based at Dovecote Lane in Lanark, and the other at Clyde Street in Carluke. Our service feels like a family: relaxed, supportive, and completely centred around the people who live here. Each day brings something to enjoy, from small steps towards greater independence to shared laughter over mealtimes.

Your working hours

Occasional hours.


24 hour shifts - 2pm - 2pm (sleep shift from 11pm to 8am)

You'll need to be flexible to work across weekdays and 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 (+1 day every year up to 33 days) Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday Free Blue Light Card: Enjoy 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 PVG Membership Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support

What you'll do

1-1 support with daily living tasks such as personal care, mealtimes, and medication Encourage independence through a person-centred approach Accompany people to appointments, events, and community activities Keep clear, accurate records Most importantly - help each person live life on their own terms

What helps you shine here

Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities is essential Lone working and the confidence using a ceiling track hoist independently Medication administration experience Personal care experience A driving licence is essential A genuine desire to help others and make a difference

About Leonard Cheshire

We're one of the UK's highest-rated providers of care and supported living services - with 87% of our services rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding by regulators.


For over 75 years, we've been supporting 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.