Female Support Worker - Glasgow East End

Lifeway’s Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A supported living provider in Glasgow is seeking a passionate Female Support Worker to empower adults with learning disabilities and autism. This full-time role involves assisting clients with daily living skills and providing personalized support. Ideal candidates should have experience in challenging environments and a genuine desire to make a difference. Join our team and help shape brighter futures in your community.

Benefits

Over £2,000 in rewards annually

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym discounts

Eye care & health cash plans

10% off at B&Q for all team members

Blue Light Card eligibility

£200 for successful referrals

3% employer pension contribution

8 paid training days annually

Access to qualifications & apprenticeships

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with people with learning disabilities or complex needs.
• Ability to assist with daily living skills such as cooking and budgeting.
• Good interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized support to adults with learning disabilities and autism.
• Assist with daily living skills and activities.
• Support clients in building social connections and managing health.

Skills

Experience in challenging environments

Empathy and communication skills

Ability to support daily living skills

Job description

Female Support Worker vacancies in Parkhead

Make a Real Difference—Every Single Day

Looking for a career where your work truly matters? AtLifeways, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer purpose. As the UK’s largest supported living provider, we’ve been empowering people and transforming lives since 1995. Now, we’re looking for passionate Support Workers to join our team in Glasgow and help shape brighter futures in your community.

Shift patterns:
Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
Long dayshifts, backshifts, waking nights

Why Lifeways?

At Lifeways, we believe in three things:
Being Supported. Feeling Valued. Having Impact.

• Being Supported means you’re never alone—we invest in your growth with training, development, and a team that’s got your back.
• Feeling Valued means your contributions matter. We celebrate your wins, listen to your ideas, and reward your efforts.
• Having Impact means your work changes lives. Every day, you’ll help people live more independently, confidently, and joyfully.

“I wanted to make a difference in people’s lives and feel that passionate about my job. I haven’t looked back since.” — Liam, Support Worker

What You’ll Get

We believe in valuing our people—because when you’re supported, you thrive. That’s why we offer:

• Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
• Cycle to Work Scheme– Up to £1,000
• Gym discounts– Save up to £192 annually
• Eye care & health cash plans
• New! 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Blue Light Card eligibility– Discounts on shopping, food, days out & more
• £200 for every successful referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid days of training per year
• Access to qualifications & apprenticeships

About the Role

In Glasgow, we offer personalised support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs—empowering them to live independently in their own homes. This includes help with daily living skills such as cooking, budgeting, and personal care, as well as support with accessing community activities, building social connections, and managing health and wellbeing. Every day, you’ll see the impact of your work in real time.

This is an exciting new role supporting a young female as she transitions from her current home to a new home in Glasgow. This position would be suited to someone who has prior experience working within challenging environments.

Ready to take the next step in a career that matters?

Apply today and help us continue making a positive impact—one person at a time.

*This post is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.*