Care Support Worker - Chelmsford

Lifeways; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Over £2,000 in total rewards per year

Cycle to Work Scheme – Up to £1,000

Gym discounts – Save up to £192

Eye care & health cash plans

10% off at B&Q for all team members

Blue Light Card eligibility – Shopping

£200 for every successful referral

3% employer pension contribution

8 paid days of training per year

Access to qualifications & apprentices

Job summary

Lifeways is seeking passionate Support Workers in Chelmsford for full-time roles in a vibrant residential setting. You’ll empower adults with learning disabilities, helping them develop daily living skills, independence, and confidence in their daily lives.

We provide comprehensive training and ongoing support, with a rota covering shifts between 7:00am and 10pm. Lifeways offers rewarding, purpose-driven work in a trusted community setting.

Responsibilities

• Empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve goals and build confidence.
• Support daily living activities and independence in a residential setting.
• Participate in training and ongoing professional development.

Job description

Full time Support Worker vacancies in Chelmsford.

Make a Real Difference—Every Single Day

Looking for a career where your work truly matters? At Lifeways, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer purpose. As the UK’s largest supported living provider, we’ve been empowering people and transforming lives since 1995. Now, we’re looking for passionate Support Workers to join our team in Chelmsford and help shape brighter futures in your community.

Shift patterns:

Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

Shifts between 7:00am–10pm (on a rota basis)

Why Lifeways?

At Lifeways, we believe in three things:

Being Supported. Feeling Valued. Having Impact.

• Being Supported means you’re never alone—we invest in your growth with training, development, and a team that’s got your back.
• Feeling Valued means your contributions matter. We celebrate your wins, listen to your ideas, and reward your efforts.
• Having Impact means your work changes lives. Every day, you’ll help people live more independently, confidently, and joyfully.

“At Lifeways, I feel part of something bigger. I’m supported by my team, trusted to make decisions, and I know the work I do genuinely changes lives.”

— Sarah, Support Worker

What You’ll Get

We believe in valuing our people—because when you’re supported, you thrive. That’s why we offer:

• Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Up to £1,000
• Gym discounts – Save up to £192 annually
• Eye care & health cash plans
• New! 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Blue Light Card eligibility – Discounts on shopping, food, days out & more
• £200 for every successful referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid days of training per year
• Access to qualifications & apprenticeships

About the Role

Our Chelmsford service is a vibrant residential setting that supports adults with learning disabilities, complex needs and behaviours that may challenge. You’ll play a key role in empowering individuals in all aspects of their daily lives—helping them achieve their goals, build confidence, and enjoy greater independence.

Whether you have previous experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Healthcare Assistant, or you're new to care but driven by a desire to help others, we’ll provide you with comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you thrive in a rewarding career.

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