Support Worker - Blackburn (Apple House)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual rewards

Funded qualifications

Free DBS check

Cycle to Work

Gym discounts

Eye care

B&Q discount

Blue Light Card

Referral bonus

Pension scheme

Training days

Apprenticeships

Job summary

Lifeways is hiring a dedicated Support Worker at Apple House, Blackburn, to empower adults with autism, learning disabilities, and other needs to live more independent lives.

You’ll deliver person-centred support, encourage wellbeing, manage appointments and activities, and maintain accurate care records in a compassionate, compliant environment. A DBS check is funded, and full training is provided.

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate approach to support
• Ability to communicate clearly with adults with diverse needs
• Willingness to work as part of a care team

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support with dignity and respect
• Encourage independence and promote wellbeing
• Support individuals with appointments, hobbies, and community outings
• Maintain accurate records and follow personalised care plans

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Make a Real Impact Every Day

At Lifeways, we know you’re not just anyone. That’s why your role matters.

Join Lifeways at Apple House, Blackburn, where the difference you make is felt every single day. As a Support Worker, you won’t just be doing a job — you’ll be empowering adults with autism, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and mental health needs to live lives that are meaningful, independent, and their own.

Here, what you do matters — and so do you.

What You’ll Do

Watch our video: https://vimeo.com/1139996266?fl=pl&fe=sh

As someone who’s not just anyone, your compassion, patience, and commitment will help change lives. You’ll:

• Deliver person‑centred support with dignity and respect
• Encourage independence and promote wellbeing
• Support individuals with appointments, hobbies, and community outings
• Maintain accurate records and follow personalised care plans

Shift Patterns

This is a full‑time role with 37.5 contracted hours per week, worked across a range of shifts, including:

• 8:00am – 8:00pm
• 8:00am – 10:00pm

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

Why Apple House?

Apple House Is a Modern Supported Living Service Offering

• 12 self‑contained one‑bedroom apartments
• Sensory room and communal lounge
• Garden with trampoline
• Fully wheelchair‑accessible design
• Assistive technology including CCTV, intercoms, and connected care systems

Located in a peaceful residential area close to shops, leisure centres, and public transport — it’s a place where people feel safe, supported, and at home.

We Offer

• Over £2,000 in annual rewards and benefits
• Funded Health and Social Care qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Cycle to Work Scheme (up to £1,000)
• Gym discounts (save up to £192 per year)
• Eye care and health cash plans
• 10% discount at B&Q for all team members
• Blue Light Card access
• £200 referral bonus for every successful employee referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid training days per year
• Access to apprenticeships and further qualifications

Hear It From the Team

"Working at Lifeways has been life‑changing — not just for the people we support, but for me too. I feel genuinely valued here, and the support I’ve received has helped me grow in ways I never expected." — Sarah, Support Worker

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Lifeways, we believe everyone is not just anyone. We actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, creating a workplace where every colleague feels respected, supported, and empowered. Our culture is guided by our CHOICE values: Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous, Equal.

Apply Today

Join Lifeways and be part of a team where your work — and you — truly matter. Take the next step in your care career and help people live life their way. Discover how changing someone’s life can change yours too.

All applicants must complete a DBS check — fully funded by Lifeways.

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship.