Support Worker

Walsingham Support; Maryport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity in social care in Maryport is looking for Support Workers to change lives by assisting individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs. You will provide personal care, emotional support, and engage in community activities. No previous experience is required, and full training will be given to help you succeed. Enjoy favourable hours, 28 days of holiday, and numerous benefits, making a real difference in people's lives every day.

Benefits

28 days holiday (rising to 38 with service)

Double pay for bank holidays

Pension contributions and life assurance

Funded qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Long service awards

Qualifications

• No prior experience is needed, as training will be provided.
• Team players with a can-do attitude are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support people with personal care, cooking, and household tasks.
• Provide companionship, encouragement, and emotional support.
• Help people build independence, friendships, and new skills.
• Join in with activities, hobbies, and community events.

Job description

This isn't a boring job you'll be changing lives with care, supporting day‑to‑day living and joining in with activities like bowling, swimming, walks, and community outings. You don't need prior experience to join as a Support Worker. We provide all the training you'll need, along with ongoing support to help you build a career in care.

Walsingham Support is a national charity, not a business. We don't make money for shareholders – everything we do is reinvested into supporting the people we care for and the staff who make it happen. Since 1986, every Support Worker at Walsingham Support has played a vital role in enhancing the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. We believe in an accessible and fair recruitment process, which is why you'll receive interview questions in advance so you feel confident and ready to shine. Supporting individuals with learning disabilities, epilepsy, mental health conditions, and challenging behaviour – work with Walsingham and make a real difference to people's lives.

Our Vision

• Walsingham Support will grow to become a leader in the social care sector to meet the evolving needs of people we support and the higher expectations they have around how they live.
• We will reinforce the voices of all those with learning disabilities, autistic people and other complex needs to challenge the status quo, disrupt perceived limitations and influence sector‑wide change.

Our Mission

We see the person, not the limitations. We work alongside adults with complex needs to fulfil their life aspirations. We employ and develop exceptional people. We are agile, continuously learning as we respond to evolving needs.

Our Values

• People Focused: Whether it is staff or the people we support, we strive for people to live their best lives.
• One Team: Achieving meaningful outcomes by coming together to create a friendly, proactive and inclusive culture.
• Say it as it is: Every voice is heard and respected; we encourage open and transparent communication.
• Ambitious: Determined to be the best in everything we do.

When we hire new people, we look for team players who take pride in what they do and adopt a can‑do attitude. Each and every member of the team plays a vital role in making a huge difference to individual lives by helping them to reach their full potential. In return, we help you to exceed your career ambitions, aims and aspirations.

Benefits

• Favourable working hours, with part‑time and bank Support Worker roles available
• 28 days holiday (rising to 38 with service)
• Double pay for bank holidays
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Pension contributions and life assurance (3x salary)
• Funded qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and bereavement helpline
• Walsingham Rewards Scheme and Blue Light Card discounts
• Long service awards and a £250 recommend‑a‑friend bonus

What a Support Worker does

• Support people with personal care, cooking, and household tasks
• Provide companionship, encouragement, and emotional support
• Help people build independence, friendships, and new skills
• Join in with activities, hobbies, and community events