Support Worker, Community Health

Overview

Join Lifeways in Leyland, Lancashire, where your work truly matters. As a Support Worker, you’ll help adults with autism, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and mental health needs live independently and confidently. Every action you take will have a meaningful impact on someone’s life.

• Deliver person-centred support tailored to individual needs
• Encourage independence and promote wellbeing
• Support with daily routines, hobbies, and community engagement
• Maintain accurate records and follow personalised care plans
• Assist with life skills such as cooking, money management, and social interaction
• Join in activities like crafts, karaoke, swimming, shopping, and day trips

This is a full-time role with 37.5 contracted hours per week, with shifts available between 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Sunday. Rotational shifts:
Days, evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins. Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the people we support.

If you can make the leap into care, take a chance and do it! The rewards are incredible helping people to lead an independent life is the most empowering thing I have ever done. Creating that bond with someone is just incredible. You work so closely with people that you become like family.

Liam, Support Worker at Lifeways

• Friendly, sociable households with strong community spirit
• Peaceful residential setting with easy access to shops, cafes, parks, and public transport
• Close to Preston, Manchester, and Southport for outings and amenities
• Onsite parking and nearby healthcare services
• Services designed to support diverse and complex needs

Over 2,000 in annual rewards and benefits

• Funded Health And Social Care Qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Cycle to Work Scheme (up to 1,000)
• Gym discounts (save up to 192/year)
• Eye care and health cash plans
• 10% discount at B&Q
• Access to the Blue Light Card
• 200 for every successful employee referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid training days per year

We believe in equal access to opportunities and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make an impact. Our inclusive culture is guided by our core values:
Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous, and Equal (CHOICE).

Join Lifeways and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. Take the next step in your care career were excited to meet you!

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