Care Support Worker

Lifeways; East Malling; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym discounts

Blue Light Card

Referral bonus

Job summary

Lifeways in Maidstone is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join our team in a full-time role (37.5 hours per week). The position pays £13.45 per hour and requires a full UK manual driving licence.

You will support individuals with daily routines, community activities and mobility needs, with training and development provided. Benefits include extensive rewards, DBS check, pension and discounts through Lifeways Rewards.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting with daily routines such as cooking, personal care and household tasks.
• Encouraging participation in hobbies and community activities.
• Promoting independence and building confidence.
• Monitoring wellbeing and responding to individual needs.
• Maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with the wider team.
• Driving mobility vehicles to support individuals with outings and appointments.

Job description

Salary: £13.45 per hour

Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Shifts: 7:00am–2:30pm, 2:30pm–10:00pm, plus sleep-in shifts starting at 10:00pm

Driving Licence Required: Full UK Manual

Are you looking for a career where you can make a genuine difference every single day? At Lifeways in Maidstone, we're proud to support individuals in leading valued and fulfilling lives. As we welcome a new person into our service, we're expanding our dedicated team and looking for compassionate Support Workers to join us.

Whether you're experienced in care or new to the sector, we'll support you every step of the way with training, development, and a workplace where you feel truly valued.

“At Lifeways, you're not just a number—you're part of a team that celebrates your growth and the impact you make.” — James, Support Worker at Lifeways

Your Role as a Support Worker

• Supporting with daily routines such as cooking, personal care, and household tasks
• Encouraging participation in hobbies and community activities
• Promoting independence and building confidence
• Monitoring wellbeing and responding to individual needs
• Maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with the wider team
• Driving mobility vehicles to support individuals with outings and appointments

If you would like to see more about working at Lifeways please copy and paste the link below – https://vimeo.com/1139996266?fl=pl&fe=sh

Why Join Lifeways?

We offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose, recognition, and room to grow.

Feeling Valued

• Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
• Free DBS check
• Discounts and cashback at major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, theme parks, holidays and more via Lifeways Rewards
• New: 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Eligible for the Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food, days out and more
• £200 for every successful referral

Being Supported

• 8 paid days of training per year
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and wellbeing support
• Cycle to Work Scheme – up to £1,000
• Gym discounts – save up to £192 a year
• Eye care and health cash plans
• 3% employer pension contribution

Having Impact

• Access to funded Health & Social Care qualifications and apprenticeships
• Be part of a team that helps individuals thrive at home and in the community
• Contribute to a service that celebrates every achievement, big or small

Additional Information

A full UK manual driving licence is essential, as colleagues will be required to drive mobility vehicles.

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