Casual Community Support Worker | Burnley and Pendle Day Service | Burnley & Surrounding Area

Lancashire County Council; Burnley; On-site; GBP 14,464; Part time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Casual Community Support Worker in Burnley and Pendle Day Service. This role requires cheerful individuals to provide personal care and support to clients, helping them engage with community activities. No prior experience is necessary, as training will be provided. Ideal candidates will have a caring nature, strong communication skills, and the ability to motivate themselves and others. Flexible working hours approximately 1 per week, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Qualifications

• Empathy and resilience; ability to stay motivated during tough days.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in challenging situations.
• Willingness to learn with no prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with day-to-day tasks.
• Support individuals to participate in community activities.
• Work as part of a team delivering community support.

Skills

Good communication skills

Empathy and resilience

Passion to make a difference

Job description

Casual Community Support Worker | Burnley and Pendle Day Service | Burnley & Surrounding Area

We are looking for cheerful and positive individuals who would like to make a difference to the people we support. The role is a casual Community Support Worker at Burnley and Pendle Day Service, operating between 9:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Casual hours per week approximately 1 (flexible).

Key responsibilities

• Provide personal care, support with finances, medication and other day‑to‑day tasks.
• Support people into the community to participate in activities such as shopping or outdoor outings.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, providing reassurance and positivity in challenging situations.
• Work as part of a team delivering both building‑based and community support.

Qualifications & qualities

• Passion to make a difference and a caring nature.
• Empathy and resilience; ability to stay motivated during tough days.
• Good communication skills.
• No previous background in Health and Social Care required; training will be provided.
• Open to progression through qualifications and training opportunities.

Location

Pendle Day Service, Rigby St, Nelson, BB9 7AA.

Legal & screening information

The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Successful applicants will need to apply for a DBS disclosure.