Support Worker

Lifeways; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Over £2,000 in annual rewards and bene

Funded qualifications

Free DBS check

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym discounts

Health cash plans and eye care support

Blue Light Card access

£200 refer-a-friend bonus

3% employer pension contribution

8 paid training days per year

Job summary

Lifeways is seeking a committed Support Worker in East Lancashire. You will assist adults with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities and mental health needs, following personalised plans and routines designed around each individual.

The role involves full-time contracts with diverse shifts (days, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins), aiming to promote independence and community engagement while delivering compassionate, dignified support.

Responsibilities

• Personal care routines
• Meal preparation and household tasks
• Supporting with appointments
• Social and community activities
• Encouraging independence and developing life skills
• Promoting choice, dignity and personalised support

Job description

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

This is a Full-time position, with shifts typically between 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Sunday.

At Lifeways, we are the UK's largest team of support professionals, providing extraordinary support to adults with diverse and complex needs across more than 1,500 supported living and residential services. Our work is built on compassion, dignity and genuine human connection.

If you're ready for a role with real purpose, this is your moment.

Shift Details

Full-time contracts available, with shifts typically between 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Sunday.

Rotational shifts including days, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins

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

What You'll Be Doing

As a Support Worker in East Lancashire, you'll be supporting adults with a range of needs including learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries and mental health needs. Lifeways support is designed around each individual's preferences, routines and aspirations.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Personal care routines


• Meal preparation and household tasks


• Supporting with appointments


• Social and community activities


• Encouraging independence and developing life skills


• Promoting choice, dignity and personalised support

About Lifeways Services in East Lancashire

Lifeways provides supported living arrangements that enable people to:

• Live independently in their own home with tailored support


• Build confidence and maintain or increase independence


• Stay active within their local community


• Choose support that fits seamlessly around their lifestyle

Our supported living options include:

• Shared houses


• Self-contained apartments


• Specialist accommodation equipped with assistive technology

Every individual we support receives a personalised plan built around their goals and preferences, developed in partnership with families and professionals.

Local Area, East Lancashire

Lifeways operates across East Lancashire supporting people to live in their community with independence and confidence. Local benefits include access to:

• Community facilities, shops and leisure centres


• Public transport links


• Local parks and green spaces


• Opportunities for voluntary work, hobbies and skill-building activities

Why Join Lifeways?

Have Real Impact

Support people to live with dignity and independence, the difference you make matters.

Feel Supported

Our teams receive role-specific induction, ongoing training and the chance to complete funded Health and Social Care qualifications. Lifeways provides guidance from the first contact through to ongoing professional development.

Be Valued

You’ll benefit from:

• Over £2,000 in annual rewards and benefits


• Funded qualifications


• Free DBS check


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Gym discounts


• Health cash plans and eye care support


• Blue Light Card access


• £200 refer-a-friend bonus


• 3% employer pension contribution


• 8 paid training days per year

Our Values and Commitment to Inclusion

Lifeways welcomes people from all backgrounds, whether you're new to care or experienced. What matters most is compassion, respect and a desire to empower others.

We proudly support adults with diverse and complex needs to live fulfilling, independent lives.

Our CHOICE values guide everything we do:

Caring | Honest | One Team | Innovative | Courageous | Equal