Male Support Worker - Ashington

Lifeways; Ashington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded Health & Social Carequals

Free DBS check

Career progression opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Optional Health Cash Plan

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card eligibility

Full training provided

Job summary

Lifeways is seeking a dedicated Support Worker in Ashington to help adults live independently and engage with their community. The role offers diverse daily activities, from learning life skills to pursuing education, sports and social events, with full training provided.

You don’t need prior care experience. We value empathy, positivity and teamwork, and provide comprehensive training, DBS checks, and opportunities for career progression across the Lifeways network.

Qualifications

• No prior care experience required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, residents and families.
• Able to remain calm and positive under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills to support independence and community involvement.

Responsibilities

• Support adults to live independently and make the most of life.
• Help residents access work, education, sports, hobbies and social activities.
• Encourage confidence, independence and personal achievement.
• Support residents to overcome challenges and reach their goals.
• Work as part of a professional team to deliver outstanding support.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

No formal care experience required

Job description

Support Worker - Ashington

Looking for More Than Just Another Job?

Make a Difference. Build Skills. Change Lives.

Are you tired of doing the same thing every day?

What if your next role gave you real responsibility, variety, and the chance to make a genuine impact in your community?

At Lifeways, you'll help people live independently, achieve their goals, and enjoy life on their terms. Every shift brings new challenges, new experiences, and the opportunity to see the difference you've made.

We're the UK's largest supported living healthcare provider, supporting people across the UK since 1995, and we're looking for motivated Support Workers to join our team at Milburn Court Apartments in Ashington.

A Role With Purpose and Variety

At Milburn Court Apartments, you'll support adults to live independently and get the most out of life.

This isn't a desk job, and no two days are the same.

You could be:

Supporting people to learn new life skills

Helping individuals access work, education, sports, hobbies, and social activities

Encouraging confidence, independence, and personal achievement

Supporting people to overcome challenges and reach their goals

Working as part of a professional team to deliver outstanding support

Why People Join Lifeways

We invest in our people and offer real opportunities to develop your career.

• Fully funded Health & Social Care qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Career progression opportunities
• Lifeways Rewards with discounts and cashback
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Optional Health Cash Plan
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Full training provided, no previous care experience required

Great For People With Experience In:

• Retail
• Security
• Customer service
• Hospitality
• Warehousing and logistics
• Driving and delivery roles
• Construction and trades
• Military or cadet forces
• Sports coaching and fitness

The skills you've already developed could make you an excellent Support Worker.

Who We're Looking For

You don't need previous care experience.

We're looking for people who:

• Enjoy working with others
• Stay calm and positive under pressure
• Like solving problems and helping people succeed
• Want a role that genuinely makes a difference
• Value teamwork and personal development

We'll provide all the training and support you need to build a rewarding long-term career.

Ready for a Career That Matters?

If you're looking for a role where you'll be valued, challenged, and able to make a lasting difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.