Support Worker – Lanarkshire Houses, Carluke & Lanark
Salary: £23,650.70 pa / £12.60 per hour (+ £13.23 nightshift premium)
Hours: Full-time, 36 hrs/week, 12-hour shifts (rotational, weekdays & weekends)
Locations: Windmill Gardens, Carluke (ML8 4EZ) & occasional support at Dovecot Lane, Lanark (ML11 7PX)
Make a Real Difference Every Day
At Capability Scotland, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live life on their terms. For over 75 years, we’ve been delivering person-centred support that empowers adults with disabilities to thrive, make choices, and have their voices heard.
We’re now looking for compassionate Support Workers to join our Lanarkshire Houses service.
Our customers live in their own self-contained accommodation in neighbouring spaces in our unique care home setting —some alone, others with flatmates—and your role will be to support them in all aspects of daily life.
In this role, you’ll help adults with complex disabilities live independently in a homely, supportive environment where individuality and independence are truly valued.
What You’ll Do
Provide one-to-one or two-to-one personalised care
Support with personal care, dressing, medication, mobility, and communication
Assist with meals, household tasks, and daily routines
Facilitate or join in community activities like shopping, cinema trips, or family visits
Encourage confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging
Job Description: Support Worker (Res Resp)
Every day is different, and everything you do is guided by what matters most to the people you support.
What We Offer
£23,650.70 pa / £12.60 per hour, with £13.23 nightshift premium
Fully funded SVQ qualification – yours for life
Set rotas for true work-life balance
32 days’ holiday, increasing to 37 with service
Free PVG checks
£600 refer a friend incentive
Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution
Up to 3x annual salary death in service
Perks at Work, Cycle to Work scheme, and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Eligibility for Blue Light & Concerts for Carers discounts
About You
Experience preferred but not essential — full training provided
Driving licence preferred, but non-drivers welcome (travel costs covered)
Flexible, caring, and motivated to deliver person-centred support
Ready to make a real, positive difference every day
Join Our Team
Bring your compassion and energy — we’ll provide the training, support, and inclusive workplace where you can thrive.
We are One Voice. One Charity. One Spirit. #OneCapability.
Important information:
This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Capability Scotland is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We celebrate diversity of background, experience, and perspective — and we welcome applications from all communities.
A copy of Capability Scotland’s Equality and Diversity Policy is available upon request from the HR Team.
Due to the high volume of applications expected, we advise that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest and for taking the time to apply to work with us.