Care Support Worker: Empower Lives, Enable Independence

Lifeway’s Group; Rainham; On-site; GBP 35,818,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime paid

Total rewards over £2,000 per year

Lifeways Rewards discounts

Blue Light Card eligibility

Free DBS check

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Lifeways in Kent is seeking a Care Support Worker to join our dedicated team. This full-time role (37.5 hours per week) offers £13.45 per hour and involves supporting young adults with complex needs, promoting independence and quality of life in the local community.

You’ll provide personal care, assist with daily living, encourage social activities, and work as part of a supportive team. Driving is essential, and full training is provided to help you grow with Lifeways.

Qualifications

• Naturally kind, caring and empathetic; able to build trust with individuals.
• Friendly, approachable and patient with a flexible attitude.
• Possesses a can-do approach and good sense of humour.
• Capable of supporting cooking and daily living tasks.
• Must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with personal care and daily routines.
• Encouraging participation in hobbies, social activities, and community engagement.
• Promoting independence, dignity, and choice in every interaction.
• Monitoring wellbeing and responding to individual needs.
• Maintaining accurate records and working collaboratively with your team.

Skills

Kind and empathetic

Friendly and approachable

Patient and flexible

Good sense of humour

Caring with daily living skills

Able to drive

Job description

Lifeways in Kent is seeking a Care Support Worker to join our dedicated team. This full-time role (37.5 hours per week) offers £13.45 per hour and involves supporting young adults with complex needs, promoting independence and quality of life in the local community.

You’ll provide personal care, assist with daily living, encourage social activities, and work as part of a supportive team. Driving is essential, and full training is provided to help you grow with Lifeways.