Care Support Worker

Lifeways; Wedmore; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work Scheme - Save up to £1,0

Gym Discounts - Save up to £192 a year

Eye Care & Health Cash Plans - Claim

New! 10% Off at B&Q - Because DIY is自

Blue Light Card Eligibility - Discount

£200 Referral Bonus - Bring a friend

3% Employer Pension Contribution

8 Paid Training Days Per Year

Free DBS Check

Lifeways Rewards

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Lifeways Burnham-on-Sea is hiring a Support Worker to help a person with autism, communication needs, epilepsy and learning disabilities live safely and joyfully. The role requires a calm, patient and consistent approach, a full UK driving licence, and a willingness to learn, with shifts including early mornings and sleep-ins.

The role is part-time and involves 1:1 support in a community setting, with meaningful activities and strong team backing.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required to drive company cars.
• Compassionate, patient and reliable caring attitude.
• Willingness to learn and follow routines.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to one individual.
• Assist with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Support engagement in community outings and visits.
• Maintain safe, calm and consistent presence and routines.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Patience

Active listening

Reliability

Driving licence

Job description

Support Worker

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
• £200 Referral Bonus - Bring a friend, get rewarded
• 3% Employer Pension Contribution
• 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

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
• Communication difficulties
• Epilepsy
• Learning disabilities

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:

• Walks and café visits
• 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.

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PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP