Support Worker

Lifeways Group; Wennington; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime often available

Total rewards >£2,000/yr

Lifeways Rewards discounts

Blue Light Card eligibility

Job summary

Lifeways Group is seeking a Care Support Worker for our Kent team, supporting young adults with complex needs. You will assist with daily living activities, encourage engagement in hobbies, and help individuals maintain independence in their local community.

The role requires a caring approach, flexibility, and the ability to drive. Full training is provided, with shifts across 7:30am–10:30pm and sleeps. Be part of a nationwide provider making a real difference in people’s lives.

Qualifications

• Experience with mental health conditions, autism, and learning disabilities is an advantage.
• Full training and ongoing support are provided.
• Experience in care is not required; training will be given.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with personal care and daily routines
• Encouraging participation in hobbies, social activities, and community engagement
• Promoting independence, dignity, and choice in every interaction
• Monitoring wellbeing and responding to individual needs
• Maintaining accurate records and working collaboratively with your team

Skills

Caring demeanour

Empathetic

Patient

Flexible

Cooking skills

Driving

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with personal care and daily routines
• Encouraging participation in hobbies, social activities, and community engagement
• Promoting independence, dignity, and choice in every interaction
• Monitoring wellbeing and responding to individual needs
• Maintaining accurate records and working collaboratively with your team

About the role

We are currently looking for a Care Support Worker to join our dedicated team in Kent, supporting young adults with complex needs. This includes individuals with mental health conditions, autism, and learning disabilities. Experience in these areas is an advantage., We welcome individuals who are:

Who we're looking for

• Naturally kind, caring, and empathetic
• Friendly and approachable
• Patient and flexible
• Have a good sense of humour and a can-do attitude
• Confident in supporting with cooking and daily living skills
• Able to drive and have access to a vehicle

Whether you have previous experience in care or are new to the sector, we provide full training and ongoing support to help you thrive.

About Lifeways

At Lifeways, we're more than just a care provider - we're a team of passionate individuals committed to empowering people to live fulfilling, independent lives. As the UK's largest supported living specialist, we've been proudly supporting communities since 1995.

Compensation and contract

£13.45 per hour | Full Time contract - 37.5 hours per week - Bank roles also available Shifts: 7:30am-3:00pm / 3:00pm-10:30pm plus sleeps | Monday to Sunday

Being a driver is essential for this role. Are you looking for a career where you can feel valued, be supported, and truly make an impact in your local community?,

Benefits

• Competitive pay: £13.45 per hour
• Paid overtime often available
• Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
• Discounts and cashback at major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, holidays, and more via Lifeways Rewards
• Blue Light Card eligibility

Be Supported

• Free DBS check
• Opportunity to gain funded health and social care qualifications
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and support
• Option to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy, and more
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Have Impact

• Be part of a team that helps individuals lead valued and fulfilling lives
• Work in a role where your care and compassion make a real difference
• Join a company that invests in your development and progression