Female Care Support Worker - Newcastle-under-Lyme

Lifeways Group; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Lifeways Rewards

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health cash plan

Job summary

Lifeways Group in Staffordshire is hiring a Female Support Worker to help people live independently in their community. You will support with daily activities, accompany trips, and help people achieve personal goals while building trusting relationships.

No previous care experience is required as full training is provided. This full-time role offers 37.5 hours per week with day and night shifts, a welcoming team, funded qualifications, and opportunities for progression within Lifeways Group.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and reliable individuals needed to join the team.
• Willingness to learn and support people to live independently.

Responsibilities

• Support people with daily activities and personal care as needed.
• Help with trips to local places and participate in community activities.
• Assist individuals to achieve personal goals and maintain independence.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Team player

Job description

Become a valued part of your local community with Lifeways. We're looking for compassionate individuals who are passionate about helping others live fulfilling, independent lives while making a lasting difference close to home.

You're not just anyone. From every day life, to changing someone's world.

Job Description

Female Support Worker

Full Time | 37.5 Hours per Week

Westlands, Staffordshire (ST5)

Looking for a Job Where You Truly Matter?

Do you enjoy helping others, building meaningful relationships, and being part of your local community? At Lifeways, we support people to live happy, independent, and fulfilling lives. We're looking for compassionate and reliable individuals to join our friendly team in Westlands, Staffordshire. Whether you're experienced in care or looking for a rewarding new career, we'd love to hear from you.

Every day is different. One day you could be supporting someone to enjoy a trip to a local café, helping with gardening, preparing a favourite meal, or joining in with a bingo afternoon. The next, you might be accompanying people on shopping trips, community activities, days out, or helping them achieve personal goals and maintain their independence.

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to become part of people's lives and make a genuine difference in your local community.

About The Service

Our welcoming home is located in the peaceful area of Westlands, with excellent access to local shops, cafés, restaurants, leisure facilities, and community amenities.

The People We Support Live With Learning Disabilities, Dementia, Cerebral Palsy, And Down's Syndrome. They Lead Active And Varied Lives And Enjoy a Wide Range Of Interests, Including

• Gardening and walking
• Cooking and baking
• Shopping trips
• Social events and meeting friends
• Line dancing
• Board games and karaoke
• Lunch outings and community activities
• Holidays and days out, including visits to the coast and Blackpool Illuminations

As a Support Worker, you'll play an important role in helping people continue enjoying the activities they love while encouraging confidence, independence, and new experiences.

What You'll Receive

A Rewarding Career

• A meaningful role where you positively impact lives every day
• Funded Health & Social Care qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career progression and development
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support

Great Benefits

• Free DBS check
• Lifeways Rewards with discounts at major retailers, cinemas, restaurants, gyms, and more
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Optional health cash plan covering dental, optical, and wellbeing treatments

A Supportive Team Environment

• Friendly and inclusive workplace culture
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Supportive managers who invest in your development
• A team that values collaboration, respect, and personal growth

Shift Patterns

We Provide 24-hour Support And Operate The Following Shifts

• Day shifts: 8:00am to 8:30pm
• Night shifts: 8:00pm to 8:30am

No Experience? No Problem.

Previous Care Experience Is Welcomed But Not Essential.

If you're caring, patient, dependable, and have a positive attitude, we'll provide all the training and support you need to build a successful career in care.

Why Join Lifeways?

• Caring – We put people first
• Honest – We act with integrity
• One Team – We achieve more together
• Innovative – We continually improve
• Courageous – We speak up and make a difference
• Equal – We treat everyone fairly and with respect

Join Us and Make a Difference Close to Home

If you're looking for a role that offers purpose, personal satisfaction, and the chance to become a valued part of your local community, we'd love to welcome you to the Lifeways family.

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