Care Support Worker

Lifeways; Wedmore; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym Discounts

Eye Care & Health Plans

10% Off at B&Q

Blue Light Card Discounts

Paid Training Days & Qualifications

Free DBS Check

Lifeways Rewards

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Lifeways Burnham-on-Sea is seeking a Support Worker to join our team on a part-time basis. You will provide 1:1 support to an individual with autism and epilepsy, helping with daily activities, routines, and engagement in activities such as music-filled car journeys and updating their activity board.

The role requires a calm, patient and consistent approach, a good listener with a warm personality, and a willingness to learn and grow with Lifeways.

Qualifications

• Calm, patient and consistent behavior expected.
• Good listening and warm personality valued.
• Willingness to learn and grow with the team.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to the individual with autism and epilepsy.
• Follow routines to help the person stay safe, engaged and happy.
• Assist with daily activities such as dressing, personal care and eating as needed.
• Support activities like music-filled car journeys and updating activity boards.
• Contribute to a calm, consistent presence at home and in the community.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Good listener

Willing to learn

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Support Worker role available!

Support Worker - You're not just anyone.

Pay Rate: £13.10 per hour

Part-time role with personality, purpose, and plenty of perks

Make an impact. Feel valued. Be supported.

we are currently looking for a male support worker as per service user requirements.

Are you the kind of person who finds joy in the little things - like a good playlist on a car ride, a walk in the fresh air, or helping someone update their activity board? If you're confident, caring, and ready to make a real difference, we've got just the role for you.

At Lifeways, we don't just support people - we empower them. We're the UK’s largest supported living provider, and we've been proudly helping communities thrive since 1995. Here, you'll build a career where every day brings purpose, where your contributions are recognised, and where you're supported to grow.

What's in It for You? (Spoiler: A Lot)

We believe great support starts with great people. That's why we offer over £2,000 in annual rewards, including:

• Cycle to Work Scheme - Save up to £1,000
• Gym Discounts - Save up to £192 a year
• Eye Care & Health Cash Plans - Claim back costs for dental, optical, therapy and more
• New! 10% Off at B&Q - Because DIY is self-care too
• Blue Light Card Eligibility - Discounts on food, shopping, travel, and days out
• 8 Paid Training Days Per Year - Plus access to funded qualifications and apprenticeships
• Free DBS Check
• Lifeways Rewards - Cashback and discounts at major retailers, cinemas, theme parks, holidays and more
• Employee Assistance Programme - Free, confidential support and advice

From your first day, you'll be supported by a team that values your wellbeing and invests in your future.

About the Role

We're looking for Support Workers to join our team in Burnham-on-Sea. This is a part-time role with a unique shift pattern:

• 9am-10pm, followed by a sleep-in shift (10pm-7am), then 7am-9am the next morning
• You'll need a full UK driving licence to drive our company cars

You’ll be supporting one individual with:

• Autism
• Epilepsy

They're independent in many ways - dressing, personal care, eating, but need support to stay safe, engaged, and happy. You'll be their everyday hero, helping them enjoy life their way.

Activities include:

• Music-filled car journeys
• Updating their activity board
• Relaxing at home with a calm, consistent presence

Support is provided 1:1 at all times, with 2:1 in the community.

Who We’re Looking For

You might be:

• A Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Healthcare Assistant
• Or someone brand new to care, with the right attitude and a big heart

You’ll thrive here if you’re:

• Calm, patient, and consistent
• A good listener with a warm personality
• Happy to follow routines and bring positive energy
• Willing to learn and grow with us

Due to the needs of the person we support, this role is gender-specific and exempt under the Equality Act 2010.

Ready to Join the Team?

If you’re looking for a role that’s rewarding, relaxed, and full of purpose - where you'll be supported, recognised, and empowered to make a lasting impact - Lifeways Burnham-on-Sea is ready to welcome you.

**PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP**