Female Support Worker - Birmingham - Edgbaston

Lifeways; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards >£2,000/yr

£200 referral bonus

Blue Light Card eligibility

Free DBS check

8 paid training days per year

Funded health and social care quals

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Lifeways in Birmingham is hiring a Support Worker for full-time 37.5 hours per week. Shifts include 8am-11pm plus sleep shifts twice a week and a 10am-6pm slot once per week. Pay is £12.71 per hour. Join a team dedicated to empowering people to live independently in their local community.

Be part of Lifeways, the UK's largest supported living specialist, offering training and a supportive environment where you can grow and develop your care career.

Qualifications

• Care experience welcomed but not required; full training provided.
• Commitment to supporting independence and wellbeing.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines such as cooking, personal care and household tasks.
• Encourage participation in hobbies and community activities.
• Promote independence and build confidence.
• Monitor wellbeing and respond to individual needs.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with the team.

Job description

Make a Real Impact in Your Community – Join Lifeways in Birmingham

Support Worker – Full Time (37.5 hours/week)
Shifts:8am-11pm+sleep 2 days per week + 10am - 6pm 1 per week
Pay: £12.71 per hour

Are you looking for a career where you can truly transform lives? Do you want to feel valued, supported, and make a real difference in your local community?

At Lifeways, we’re more than just a care provider – we’re a passionate team dedicated to empowering people to live fulfilling, independent lives. As the UK’s largest supported living specialist, we’ve been proudly supporting communities since 1995.

“Every day at Lifeways is rewarding. I know I’m making a difference, and I feel supported to grow and develop my career.”
— Lifeways Support Worker

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting with daily routines such as cooking, personal care, and household tasks
• Encouraging participation in hobbies and community activities like shopping, and day trips
• Promoting independence and building confidence
• Monitoring wellbeing and responding to individual needs
• Maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with the wider team

Why Join Lifeways?

Feel Valued

• Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
• £200 for every successful referral
• Lifeways Rewards – discounts and cashback at major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, holidays and more
• Blue Light Card eligibility – save on shopping, food, days out and more

Be Supported

• Free DBS check
• 8 paid training days per year
• Funded health and social care qualifications
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice and support
• Optional health cash plan – claim towards dental, glasses, therapy and more
• Cycle to Work Scheme – up to £1,000
• 3% employer pension contribution

Have Impact

• Be part of a team that empowers people to live independently
• Work in a role where your care and compassion change lives
• Join a company that invests in your growth and development

Who We’re Looking For

Whether you have experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Healthcare Assistant, or you’re new to care but passionate about helping others – we want to hear from you! We provide full training and ongoing support to help you thrive.

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