Support Worker

Lifeways; Alexandria; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Over £2,000 in total rewards per year

Cycle to Work Scheme – Up to £1,000

Gym discounts – Save up to £192

Eye care & health cash plans

10% off at B&Q for all team members

Blue Light Card eligibility – Shopping

£200 for referrals

3% employer pension contribution

8 paid training days per year

Access to qualifications & apprentices

Job summary

Lifeways is recruiting a Support Worker in Jamestown to help adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs live more independently at home. You’ll assist with daily living skills, budgeting, personal care, and accessing community activities, while supporting wellbeing and social connections.

Join a values-driven team that prioritizes growth, training and meaningful impact, with extensive reward schemes and pension contributions.

Job description

Make a Real Difference—Every Single Day

Looking for a career where your work truly matters? At Lifeways, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer purpose. As the UK’s largest supported living provider, we’ve been empowering people and transforming lives since 1995. Now, we’re looking for passionate Support Workers to join our team in Jamestown and help shape brighter futures in your community.

Shift patterns:

• Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
• Long days, sleepovers and weekends (on a rota basis)

Why Lifeways?

At Lifeways, we believe in three things: Being Supported. Feeling Valued. Having Impact.

Being Supported means you’re never alone—we invest in your growth with training, development, and a team that’s got your back.

Feeling Valued means your contributions matter. We celebrate your wins, listen to your ideas, and reward your efforts.

Having Impact means your work changes lives. Every day, you’ll help people live more independently, confidently, and joyfully.

“At Lifeways, I feel part of something bigger. I’m supported by my team, trusted to make decisions, and I know the work I do genuinely changes lives.” — Sarah, Support Worker

What You’ll Get

• Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Up to £1,000
• Gym discounts – Save up to £192 annually
• Eye care & health cash plans
• New! 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Blue Light Card eligibility – Discounts on shopping, food, days out & more
• £200 for every successful referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid days of training per year
• Access to qualifications & apprenticeships

About the Role

We offer personalised support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs—empowering them to live independently in their own homes. This includes help with daily living skills such as cooking, budgeting, and personal care, as well as support with accessing community activities, building social connections, and managing health and wellbeing. Every day, you’ll see the impact of your work in real time.