Employer: Leonard Cheshire
Job Title: Support Worker
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £12.70 per hour
Job Type: Part-time & Full-time
About the Role
Be part of something special in a beautiful setting on the banks of the River Ness — where care feels like home, supporting independence and giving purpose to every day.
Cheshire House Inverness is a home for adults with disabilities, nestled by the River Ness and surrounded by scenic parkland. Located within walking distance of the city centre, it offers a warm, welcoming, and family-like environment that focuses on supporting residents to live fulfilling, independent lives.
Working Hours
Leonard Cheshire offers flexible work options to fit various lifestyles, including both full-time and part-time positions.
Typical Shift Patterns:
Day Shifts: 7.30am – 3.30pm
Late Shifts: 2.00pm – 10.00pm or 2.30pm – 10.30pm
Mid Shifts: 10.00am – 7.00pm
Sleepovers: 10.00pm – 7.00am (optional overtime)
Flexibility to work between 7.30am and 10.30pm and on alternating weekends as part of a rota is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Support individuals with daily living tasks such as personal care, mealtimes, and medication.
Encourage independence using a person-centred approach.
Accompany residents to appointments, events, and community activities.
Maintain accurate and detailed records.
Help each person live life on their own terms.
No previous care experience is required — full training will be provided.
What You’ll Bring
A warm, friendly, and empathetic attitude.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Creative and flexible approach to supporting residents and families.
Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends.
Previous personal care experience (helpful but not essential).
Openness to participating in an on-call rota when required.
Whether you’re experienced or new to care, Leonard Cheshire provides comprehensive induction and training to help you succeed.
Benefits
Leonard Cheshire offers a supportive workplace with excellent benefits, including:
30 days holiday per year (inclusive of bank holidays) +1 day each year up to 35 days.
Wagestream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday.
Free Blue Light Card: Access exclusive discounts and perks.
Contributory Pension Scheme with competitive life cover.
Health Cash Plan: Affordable healthcare options.
Career Development: Apprenticeships and recognised qualifications.
Free PVG check.
Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for wellbeing.
About Leonard Cheshire
Leonard Cheshire is one of the UK’s highest-rated providers of care and supported living services, with 87% of its services rated Good or Outstanding by regulators.
For over 75 years, the organisation has supported disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible. Its services span residential care, supported living, and respite support for people with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, sensory impairments, and learning disabilities.
The goal is simple: to create welcoming, safe, and empowering spaces that feel like home — giving people real choice and control over their lives.
Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding
Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community and encourages applications from people with disabilities. The company supports reasonable adjustments wherever possible.
All roles require satisfactory disclosure checks (PVG membership in Scotland) and references.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this role, visit the official Leonard Cheshire website for more information — click here to apply now.