Job Description

12.46 per hour | Occasional Hours | Avila House

"It's like watching mini-miracles happen here every day."

That's how one of our team describes the difference they make. If you're kind, compassionate, and ready to help others live life their way, we'd love to hear from you.

A home, not just a service

Our

Avila House Extra Care

service is home to twenty adults with physical and/or learning disabilities. Each of our tenants has an apartment of their own to call home. As a Support Worker, you'll play a hands-on role in providing high-quality, person-centred care to our tenants within our busy, fast-paced apartment building.
You'll support individuals with a wide range of physical and learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries and long-term health conditions, helping with all aspects of daily living - from personal care, cooking and cleaning, hoisting and mobility, to accompanying them to medical appointments and days out in the community. A strong focus is placed on empowering tenants to source job opportunities, and develop valuable life skills... no two days are the same.
You'll be part of a supportive team that ensures tenants are safe, comfortable and treated with dignity, while also encouraging independence, choice and meaningful activities. You'll build trusting relationships, and adapt to changing needs and preferences throughout the day, knowing that this is their home and life and you are there to support how they want to live it.

Your working hours

We offer full time hours. You'll need to be flexible to work weekends as part of a rota.
Typical shifts may include:

Day shifts:

[between 7am-10pm]

Night

shifts:

[between 9pm-7am]

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 DBS check

Employee Assistance Programme

for 24/7 support

From 1 December 2025 new enhancement rates of 1.00 per hour will apply to weekend working only (8pm Friday to 7am Monday). This does not apply to Sleep-Ins.

What you'll do

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

No previous care experience? No problem - we'll give you all the training you need.

What helps you shine here

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

Whether you're experienced or brand new to care, our comprehensive induction and training will help you thrive.

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.