Care Support Worker - Taunton (Female only)

Lifeways Group; Taunton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual perks £2k value

Free DBS check

Paid training days

Funded qualifications

Refer a friend £200

Employer pension 3%

Job summary

Lifeways Group is seeking a Care Support Worker to help individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Mental Health needs live independently and enjoy daily life.

You will join a dedicated team providing activities and practical support, with 14-hour shifts including weekends and sleep-ins. The role includes driving company cars, full training, and opportunities for progression within Lifeways Group.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence (you’ll be driving our company cars)
• Positive attitude and a genuine passion for helping others
• Care experience welcome but not essential; training provided

Responsibilities

• Support amazing individuals to live independently
• Assist with everyday tasks: cooking, budgeting, medication
• Offer a friendly, steady presence when needed
• Encourage confidence, independence and joy daily

Skills

Driving license

Positive attitude

Job description

Care Support Worker role available

What’s the Role All About?

You’ll be supporting amazing individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Mental Health Needs to live independently and enjoy life.

• Trips to the cinema, bowling, shopping, and fun group activities
• Helping with everyday tasks like cooking, budgeting, and medication
• Being a friendly face and a steady hand when someone needs it most
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and joy—every single day

What You’ll Need

• A full UK Driving Licence (you’ll be driving our company cars)
• A positive attitude and a genuine passion for helping others
• Experience in care is great—but not essential. We’ll train you up!

Shifts & Hours

• 14-hour shifts including weekends and sleep-ins
• Flexibility is key—but we’ll always try to keep things fair

Perks That Actually Perk You Up

• Over £2,000 in annual perks and benefits
• Free DBS check
• 8 paid training days every year
• Funded qualifications and apprenticeships
• £200 for every friend you refer
• 3% employer pension contribution

Lifestyle Bonuses You’ll Love

• Discounts at supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, theme parks, and more
• Cycle to Work Scheme – save up to £1,000
• Gym discounts – save up to £192 a year
• Eye care and health cash plans
• 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Blue Light Card eligibility – loads of discounts on food, shopping, and days out

Why Lifeways?

We’ve been supporting communities since 1995, and we’re now the UK’s largest supported living provider. But we’re not just big—we’re bold, caring, and committed to helping you grow. If you want a career that’s full of purpose, people, and possibilities, you’re in the right place.

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP

• This post is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.

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