Care Support Worker - Taunton

Lifeway’s Group; Taunton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

We are currently recruiting a part-time support worker for our supported living service over in Taunton. The successful candidate must be flexible to work day shifts between the hours of 9am-5pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The contract is for 24 hours, and a driver would be preferred.

Are you a confident Care Support Worker with a passion for delivering care?

Lifeways – Specialist Support Services serving your local community.

Are you looking for a career that transforms lives for the better? Do you have a passion to make a real impact in your local community? Lifeways offers genuine, rewarding career progression and investment in recognised qualifications. We are the UK’s largest supported living healthcare provider and have been proudly supporting communities since 1995.

Shift patterns:

• 14-hour shifts, Day shifts, Weekend work is a must, Sleep ins required. 37.5 hours full time.
• Opportunity to gain health and social care qualifications funded by Lifeways.
• Free DBS check.
• Discounts and cashback at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays, and much more via Lifeways Rewards.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy, etc.
• Free access to the employee assistance program which provides advice and support.
• Blue Light Card.

For this service, we require staff who are able and willing to drive our company cars; therefore, you must hold a full UK Driving Licence.

Here at Lifeways in Taunton, we are looking for Support Workers to join our fantastic team. Ideally, you will have previous experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Healthcare Assistant. If you are new to care but have a passion for helping others lead their most independent lives, then Lifeways can offer you excellent training and ongoing support to enable you to enjoy a rewarding career with us.

Our residents at this service have a varying range of support needs such as ASD, learning difficulties, and some mental health conditions. The service users participate in a range of activities including going shopping, cinema, bowling, and other fun group activities for those who wish to join in. The service users require support with medication, finance, dietary needs, and domestic tasks, as well as monitoring their mental health.

This is a great opportunity to develop your career in the care industry – if this sounds of interest, simply click Apply!