Job Description
Pay
£12.70 an hour
Job type
Part-time
Shift and schedule
Weekend availability
Location
Livingston
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Employee discount
Company pension
Full job description
£12.70 per hour | Part-time | Pinewood, Livingston
“Make a real impact close to home - become a Support Worker at Pinewood, Livingston!"
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
Pinewood is home for seven adults with learning and 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
22.5 hours per week.
Typical Shifts include: 7am-3pm, 8am-4pm, 9am-5pm, 10am-6pm, 10pm-7.30am
You’ll need to be flexible to work across all shifts including 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
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.
