Support Worker: Independent Living & Community Care

Lifeways Group; Penwortham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual rewards

Qualifications funding

Free DBS

Cycle to work

Gym discounts

Eye care

Blue Light Card

Referral bonus

Pension contributions

Training days

Apprenticeships

Job summary

Lifeways Group is looking for a caring professional to support adults living independently at Centaur Court in Colne, Lancashire. You will assist with daily living tasks, healthcare appointments and social activities, helping residents maintain independence with dignity.

The role offers flexible shifts (days/evenings/weekends/sleep-ins) as part of a committed care team. DBS check and training are provided; sponsorship is not offered.

Responsibilities

• You will be supporting adults who live independently in their own modern apartments at Centaur Court, a purpose-built supported living service in Colne, Lancashire.
• Learning disabilities
• Autism
• Physical disabilities and acquired brain injuries
• Mental health needs
• Personal care routines
• Meal preparation and supporting with domestic tasks
• Supporting with appointments
• Social activities including crafts, gaming, music, cinema, gardening, sport and community events
• Encouraging independence, self-expression and confidence
• Centaur Court offers: thirteen modern one-bedroom apartments, each with an open-plan kitchen/living room and a bathroom with a bath
• An accessible garden with BBQ for everyone to enjoy
• A vibrant community atmosphere - people have their own space but benefit from the support of a dedicated team and neighbours around them
• Walking, shopping, listening to music and watching TV
• Gaming, gardening, swimming and football
• Social time in the community
• Group activities like trips to Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Blackburn and local museums
• Centaur Court is in a peaceful residential area of Colne, with easy access to local amenities
• Cafés, pubs, restaurants, high-street banks, library and post office nearby
• Close to Pendle countryside for beautiful walks
• Nearby Pendle Leisure Centre with a gym and swimming pool
• Quick access to Burnley and Blackburn
• Bus routes within a short walk, and Colne train station around 6 minutes away with routes to Preston and Blackburn
• Supermarkets: Sainsbury's, Tesco Express, Aldi, Co-op and Lidl in Colne centre
• Personal care routines
• Meal preparation and supporting with domestic tasks
• Supporting with appointments
• Social activities including crafts, gaming, music, cinema, gardening, sport and community events
• Encouraging independence, self-expression and confidence
• Help people live more independently and with dignity. The difference you make matters every day.
• We offer personalised induction, ongoing training, apprenticeships and structured development pathways.
• You’ll enjoy:
• Over £2,000 in annual rewards & benefits
• Funded Health & Social Care qualifications
• Free DBS
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Gym discounts
• Eye care and health cash plans
• Blue Light Card
• £200 for every successful employee referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid training days each year
• Access to apprenticeships and further qualifications
• Your voice shapes our services - you're part of the team.

Job description

Lifeways Group is looking for a caring professional to support adults living independently at Centaur Court in Colne, Lancashire. You will assist with daily living tasks, healthcare appointments and social activities, helping residents maintain independence with dignity.

The role offers flexible shifts (days/evenings/weekends/sleep-ins) as part of a committed care team. DBS check and training are provided; sponsorship is not offered.