Female Support Worker - Leyland - (Meadows)

Lifeways Group; Leyland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual rewards

Health & care qualifications

Free DBS check

Cycle to Work

Gym discounts

Eye care

B&Q discount

Blue Light Card

Referral bonus

Pension contribution

Paid training days

Apprenticeships and qualifications

Job summary

Lifeways Group at The Meadows, Leyland, is hiring a Support Worker to empower adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions to live independently. This full-time role offers 37.5 hours weekly, shifts 8:00 to 22:00, Monday to Sunday, with additional sessional/bank hours for flexibility.

You’ll deliver person-centred support, promote wellbeing, and help with appointments and community activities.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism.
• Able to work across a flexible shift pattern.
• Strong communication and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support in daily living activities
• Encourage independence and promote wellbeing
• Support individuals with appointments, hobbies, and community outings
• Maintain accurate records and follow personalised care plans

Education

Health and Social Care qualifications

Job description

You're not just anyone. From every day life, to changing someone's world. Job Description Make a Real Impact Every Day

Join Lifeways at The Meadows, Leyland, where your support truly transforms lives. As a Support Worker, you’ll empower adults with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and mental health conditions to live independently and confidently. Every moment you spend here contributes to a happier, more fulfilling life for someone.

What You’ll Do

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• Deliver person-centred support in daily living activities
• Encourage independence and promote wellbeing
• Support individuals with appointments, hobbies, and community outings
• Maintain accurate records and follow personalised care plans

Shift Patterns

This is a full-time role with 37.5 contracted hours per week, with shifts available between 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Sunday.

We also offer sessional/bank hours, providing flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the people we support.

Why The Meadows?

The Meadows is a welcoming residential care service featuring five one-bedroom apartments, each with a wet room-style bathroom, kitchen, and living room. The service also includes an accessible garden with a patio and BBQ, and tailored assistive technology such as door sensors. Located in the heart of Leyland, it’s close to shops, leisure centres, museums, and public transport, offering easy access to Preston, Southport, and beyond.

Feel Valued and Supported

At Lifeways, we don’t just support the people we care for—we support you too. You’ll be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your growth.

We Offer

• Over £2,000 in annual rewards and benefits
• Funded Health and Social Care qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Cycle to Work Scheme (up to £1,000)
• Gym discounts (save up to £192 per year)
• Eye care and health cash plans
• 10% discount at B&Q for all team members
• Access to the Blue Light Card
• £200 for every successful employee referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid training days per year
• Access to apprenticeships and further qualifications

Hear It From the Team

“People like living at The Meadows as it is a lovely small community where the locals get involved and are really friendly. The staff are always on hand to give as much or as little support as people need, continually aiming to promote independence and ensure that everyone can lead the happy life that they want.”

- Manager, The Meadows

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We believe in equal access to opportunities and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make an impact. Our inclusive culture is guided by our core values: Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous, and Equal (CHOICE).

*PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP*

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