Community Support Worker - South Supported Living Service

Westmorland and Furness Council; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking a Community Support Worker for the South Supported Living Service. This permanent role involves helping vulnerable adults to live independently at home, assisting with personal care, medication support, daily living activities and encouraging participation in the community.

You will join a friendly team, receive full training, and work a mix of shifts including early, evenings, weekends, sleep-ins and bank holidays.

Job description

Community Support Worker - South Supported Living Service

Available Hours: 2 x 23.25 hours per week and 21 hours per week

Shifts may include earlies, evenings, weekends, sleep-ins and Bank Holidays

Contract Type: Permanent

About this opportunity:

Would you like to be part of a friendly, dedicated team and make a real difference to someone’s life?

Our Supported Living services empower vulnerable adults, including people with learning disabilities and complex care needs, to live as independently as possible in their own homes and communities. We provide personalised support that is tailored to each individual’s goals, interests and aspirations.

As a Community Support Worker, you will build meaningful relationships and provide both practical and emotional support to help people live fulfilling lives. Your role may include assisting with medication, providing personal care, supporting daily living activities, and encouraging individuals to develop and maintain their independence.

We're looking for people who share our values and are passionate about making a difference.Whether you already have experience in care or are considering a new career path, we'd love to hear about what motivates you, your interests, and the values you can bring to our teams.Previous care experience or qualifications are not essential, as full training and support will be provided. However, relevant experience, qualifications, or transferable skills can be beneficial, and we welcome applications from candidates with a range of backgrounds.If you're compassionate, caring, and looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you!