Salary: £25,877.80 pro rata per annum
Closing date: 17 July 2026 at 5pm
Contract: Permanent
Contact email: [email protected]
Location: West Lothian
Organisation: Wheatley Care
Hours: Full time; Part time
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Do you want to make a positive difference to people’s lives? Come and join Wheatley Care as a Health and Wellbeing Assistant!
We are a values‑led social care organisation focused on delivering support that genuinely improves people’s lives. As a not‑for‑profit provider, with over 40 years’ experience in the social care arena we reinvest our resources where they matter most: the people and communities we serve. Our work is grounded in dignity, respect, and the belief that everyone deserves the chance to live well.
We are recognised for delivering reliable, person‑led support across our communities. Our teams are trusted to provide safe, compassionate care that stands up to scrutiny. We take pride in being a steady, dependable partner within the health and social care landscape across Scotland.
We are entering a significant phase of development as we progress on the transition to becoming and independent organisation and strengthening our care service teams to match our ambition. Our focus is on long‑term sustainability, strong governance and services that remain fit for the future. We combine the ethos of the third sector with the discipline of a modern, well‑run organisation.
Our culture is grounded in respect, accountability, and a shared commitment to doing the right thing. We support our staff to grow, contribute, and lead with confidence. We value professionalism, kindness, and the ability to work with purpose.
About the role
Wheatley Care West Lothian Supported Living Service provides high-quality, person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex support needs, enabling them to live independently in their own homes and be active members of their local communities. Our dedicated team promotes choice, dignity and inclusion, working alongside the people we support to help them achieve their personal goals, develop life skills and maintain positive wellbeing. We are committed to delivering compassionate, tailored support that empowers individuals to live fulfilling and meaningful lives.
Who are we looking for?
The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar support environment and a sound understanding of the Health and Social Care Standards. They will work in a trauma‑informed, objective and non‑discriminatory way, recognising the impact of trauma and supporting individuals with empathy, dignity and respect. The postholder will demonstrate a strong commitment to working positively with a diverse range of people, supporting individuals to live safe, fulfilling and independent lives. This will include
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Help individuals feel safe, respected and supported to live comfortably in their own homes
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Build strong, positive relationships that promote confidence, wellbeing and independence
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Collaborate with people we support to achieve their personal goals and desired outcomes
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Listen carefully to individual needs and take appropriate action to address any health, wellbeing or safety concerns
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Uphold and champion people’s rights, dignity, privacy and choice in line with National Care Standards
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Act as an advocate for individuals when liaising with external agencies, professionals and services
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Maintain accurate, detailed and up-to-date support documentation and records
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Encourage active participation in care planning, reviews and the ongoing development of services
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Support individuals to engage in everyday activities, pursue their interests and live fulfilling lives of their choosing
The benefits we offer:
As part of Wheatley Care, we offer a sector-leading benefits package.
The successful candidate will receive:
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a rewarding career with a competitive salary.
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access to a contributory pension scheme.
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excellent leave entitlements.
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enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.
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contributions towards dental, optical, driving lessons and more.
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access to staff inclusion networks promoting an inclusive workplace; and
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24/7 access to our employee assistance programme.
Committed to inclusion:
Wheatley Care is always looking to improve diversity within our teams. We want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute their best work and achieve their full potential.
We actively celebrate our individual differences and recognise the collective strength this brings the organisation. It’s important our teams represent the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from any under-represented groups.
Closing date: 17 July 2026 at 5pm
Find an application pack and detailed job profile on JobTrain.
We want all our candidates to shine. If you need any reasonable adjustments to help you feel more comfortable during the recruitment process, on behalf of Wheatley Care please contact [email protected]
