Male Support Worker - Ashington

Lifeway’s Group; Ashington; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded health & social care qual

Free DBS check

Lifeways Rewards

Cycle to Work

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card eligibility

Job summary

Lifeways – Specialist Support Services is recruiting for Support Workers to join Milburn Court Apartments in Ashington. In this role you’ll help residents with daily living, support independence, and build meaningful connections in a welcoming, person-centred environment.

We offer full-time, plus part-time and sessional options, with funded health and social care qualifications, DBS clearance, and a rewards scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Care Assistant or Healthcare Assistant is welcomed but not required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to undertake full training and gain qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to live independently with personalised care.
• Encourage independence and social engagement.
• Deliver compassionate care and daily living assistance.
• Record and report observations to the team.

Skills

Care

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Job description

Support Worker - Ashington

Tired of the Sunday Dread?

Turn Mondays into Something to Look Forward To

Lifeways – Specialist Support Services Serving Your Local Community

Does your week start with counting down to Friday?
What if Mondays meant purpose, connection, and knowing you’ve genuinely made someone’s day better?

At Lifeways, that’s exactly what they mean.

We’re the UK’s largest supported living healthcare provider, proudly supporting people and communities since 1995 — and we’re looking for passionate Support Workers to join our warm, welcoming team at Milburn Court Apartments in Ashington.

Support Worker

Full‑Time, Part‑Time & Sessional Roles Available
Location: Ashington
Hours:

• Full‑time: 37.5 hours per week
• Part‑time & sessional options available

Where You’ll Be Working

Milburn Court Apartments offers vibrant supported living — a place where people thrive, build friendships, and live independently with the right support.

As a Support Worker, you won’t just be turning up for a shift — you’ll be:

• Encouraging independence and confidence
• Supporting people to live life their way
• Creating moments that genuinely matter

No two days are ever the same — and every day counts.

Why You’ll Love Working for Lifeways

We believe great support starts with valuing our people:

• Fully funded Health & Social Care qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Lifeways Rewards – huge discounts & cashback on shopping, cinema trips, gyms, holidays & more
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Optional Health Cash Plan – claim back on dental, glasses, therapy & more
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card eligibility

Who This Role Is Perfect For

You might already be a Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Healthcare Assistant — or you might be completely new to care and looking for a fresh start.

If you:

• Care about people
• Want work that feels meaningful
• Enjoy variety, purpose, and teamwork

We’ll give you full training, confidence, and ongoing support to help you build a career you can be proud of.

Ready to Feel Good About Mondays Again?

If you’re done with jobs that feel the same week after week, this could be the change you’ve been waiting for.

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