Support/Care Worker

Lifeway’s Group; Colne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Over £2,000 in annual rewards & benefits

Free DBS check

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym discounts

£200 for successful referrals

3% employer pension contribution

Job summary

Lifeway's Group is offering a full-time position in Colne, England, focused on supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and other needs in a community setting. The role involves flexible shifts and encourages independence.

Join a compassionate team providing dedicated support, fostering dignity and social inclusion for individuals living in their own homes. Enjoy over £2,000 in annual benefits, ongoing training, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in people's lives.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or mental health needs.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support adults living independently with daily routines.
• Assist with meal preparation and personal care.
• Encourage participation in social and community activities.

Skills

Support for adults with learning disabilities

Personal care

Meal preparation

Social activity facilitation

Job description

Make every day meaningful — for the people you support, and for yourself.

This is a Full-time position, with shifts typically between8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Sunday.

At Lifeways, we’re more than the UK’s largest supported living provider — we’re a community built on compassion, respect and genuine human connection. There’s no better moment to start a career that truly matters.

This isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to grow your skills, change lives and be part of something meaningful.

Shift Details

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.

Rotational shifts: Days, evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins

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

What You’ll Be Doing

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You’ll be supporting adults who live independently in their own modern apartments at Centaur Court, a purpose‑built supported living service in Colne, Lancashire.

At Centaur Court, Lifeways supports people with:

• Learning disabilities
• Autism
• Physical disabilities and acquired brain injuries
• Mental health needs

About the Service

Centaur Court offers:

• Thirteen modern one‑bedroom apartments, each with an open‑plan kitchen/living room and a bathroom with a bath
• An accessible garden with BBQ for everyone to enjoy
• A vibrant community atmosphere — people have their own space but benefit from the support of a dedicated team and neighbours around them

People living at Centaur Court enjoy:

• Walking, shopping, listening to music and watching TV
• Gaming, gardening, swimming and football
• Social time in the community
• Group activities like trips to Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Blackburn and local museums

Local Area

Centaur Court is in a peaceful residential area of Colne, with easy access to local amenities:

• Cafés, pubs, restaurants, high‑street banks, library and post office nearby
• Close to Pendle countryside for beautiful walks
• Nearby Pendle Leisure Centre with a gym and swimming pool
• Quick access to Burnley (cinema, bowling, shopping centre, museums) and Blackburn (theatre, galleries, ice rink, shopping)
• Bus routes within a short walk, and Colne train station around 6 minutes away with routes to Preston and Blackburn (additional source: PDF brochure)
• Supermarkets: Sainsbury’s, Tesco Express, Aldi, Co‑op and Lidl in Colne centre (PDF source)

Daily Activities May Include

• Personal care routines
• Meal preparation and supporting with domestic tasks
• Supporting with appointments
• Social activities including crafts, gaming, music, cinema, gardening, sport and community events
• Encouraging independence, self‑expression and confidence

Why Join Lifeways?

Have Impact

Help people live more independently and with dignity. The difference you make matters every day.

Feel Supported

We offer personalised induction, ongoing training, apprenticeships and structured development pathways.

Be Valued

You’ll enjoy:

• Over £2,000 in annual rewards & benefits
• Funded Health & Social Care qualifications
• Free DBS
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Gym discounts
• Eye care and health cash plans
• Blue Light Card
• £200 for every successful employee referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid training days each year
• Access to apprenticeships and further qualifications

Your voice shapes our services — you’re part of the team.

Our Values

We welcome people from all backgrounds — career changers, retirees, military veterans, hospitality leavers and young people starting out.

Our CHOICE values guide everything we do: Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous, Equal.

Whether you’re new to care or bringing experience, we’ll support your journey.

Apply Today

Discover how changing someone’s life can change yours too.

All applicants must complete a DBS check — fully funded by Lifeways.

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship.

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