Care Support Worker - Colchester

Lifeway’s Group; Essex; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS check

Paid induction and training

Lifeways Rewards discounts

10% off at B&Q for team members

Blue Light Card discounts

£200 referral bonus

8 paid training days

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Lifeways Group in Colchester is seeking compassionate Support Workers to help adults with complex needs lead meaningful lives. You’ll work as part of a friendly team, delivering person-centred support, daily living tasks, and social activities.

This rota-based role offers thorough training, funded qualifications, and real progression opportunities, with paid induction, DBS check, and a range of staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Care experience welcomed; full training provided.
• Rotas are fixed; shift patterns are assigned and you cannot pick your own shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with a range of complex needs to live fulfilling lives.
• Provide compassionate, proactive care and participate in ongoing training.

Job description

You’ll be supporting individuals with

Are you looking for a career where you can make a genuine difference every single day? At Lifeways in Colchester, we’re proud to support individuals in leading valued and fulfilling lives. We’re currently looking for compassionate and proactive Support Workers to join our friendly team, supporting people with a range of complex needs.

Whether you’re experienced in care or just starting out, Lifeways offers a truly rewarding career with genuine progression opportunities, fully funded qualifications, and a supportive team environment.

\"I never imagined how rewarding this job could be. Lifeways gave me the training and support I needed, and now I get to help people live their best lives every day.\"

- Sarah, Support Worker at Lifeways

Please note: You will be working on a rota basis, and shift patterns are assigned-you will not be able to select your own shifts.

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
• Paid DBS check
• Paid induction and training
• 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