Support/Care Worker

Lifeway’s Group; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supported living healthcare provider in the UK is seeking Support Workers to help individuals with autism and complex needs. The role offers significant career progression, training opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact in the community. Candidates will assist in personal care, household tasks, and recreational activities while receiving ongoing support and training opportunities.

Benefits

Free DBS check

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts and cashback through Lifeways Rewards

Free access to employee assistance program

Health cash plan options

Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Healthcare Assistant is ideal.
• Passionate about helping others lead independent lives.
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the highest standard of care for individuals.
• Assist with personal care, household tasks, and cooking.
• Support social and leisure activities.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Health and Social Care qualifications

Job description

Join our community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and emboldening individuals with autism, learning difficulties, mental health conditions, and complex needs.

Lifeways – Specialist Support Services serving your local community

Are you looking for a career that transforms lives for the better? Do you have a passion for making a real impact in your local community? Lifeways offers genuine, rewarding career progression and investment in recognised qualifications. We are the UK’s largest supported living healthcare provider and have been proudly supporting communities since 1995.

• Shifts between 08:00 am - 10:00 pm / Monday to Sunday
• Opportunity to gain health and social care qualifications funded by Lifeways
• Free DBS check
• Discounts and cashback at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays, and much more via Lifeways Rewards
• Cycle to work scheme
• Option to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy, etc.
• Free access to the employee assistance program providing advice and support
• Blue Light Card

Support Workers are responsible for ensuring the people we support receive the highest standard of care. Responsibilities include personal care, household tasks, cooking, shopping, and supporting social and leisure activities.

Ideally, you will have previous experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Healthcare Assistant. If you are new to care but passionate about helping others lead their most independent lives, Lifeways offers excellent training and ongoing support to help you build a rewarding career with us.

All applicants are required to complete a DBS check, which is paid for by the company.