Are you compassionate with a desire to make an everlasting impact on the lives of others? Lifeways – Specialist Support Services serving your local community.
Support Worker – Gloucestershire
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Shifts: Full Time Days 7.30am-3pm / 3pm-10.30pm
Shift rota: Rota-based, providing care and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Day shifts range between 7:00am and 10:00pm, with sleep‑in shifts starting at 10:00pm
Are you looking for a career where you can make a genuine difference every single day? At Lifeways in Gloucestershire, we’re proud to support individuals in leading valued and fulfilling lives. We’re currently looking for compassionate and lively Support Workers to join our team in a service registered for people with severe learning difficulties and complex care needs.
Whether you're experienced in care or just starting out, Lifeways offers a truly rewarding career with genuine progression opportunities, fully funded qualifications, and a supportive team environment.
“I never imagined how rewarding this job could be. Lifeways gave me the training and support I needed, and now I get to help people live their best lives every day.”
Your Role as a Support Worker
Your responsibilities will include:
* Supporting individuals with personal care routines, where required
* Assisting with daily activities such as cooking, cleaning and shopping
* Encouraging participation in hobbies, volunteering and community outings
* Promoting independence, dignity and choice in every interaction
* Supporting with medication and health‑related tasks
* Helping individuals achieve personal goals and celebrate achievements
* Monitoring wellbeing and responding to individual needs
* Maintaining accurate documentation and handover notes
* Working collaboratively with your team to deliver person‑centred care
Please note: you will be working on a rota basis, and shift patterns are assigned—you will not be able to select your own shifts.
Why Join Lifeways?
We offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose, recognition and room to grow.
Feeling Valued
* £12.71 hourly rate
* Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
* Free DBS check
* Discounts and cashback at major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure and theme parks, holidays and more via Lifeways Rewards
* New: 10% off at B&Q for all team members
* Eligible for the Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food, days out and more
* £200 for every successful referral
Being Supported
* Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and wellbeing support
* Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy and more
* Eye care and health cash plans
* Cycle to Work Scheme – up to £1,000
* Gym discounts – save up to £192 a year
* 3% employer pension contribution
* 8 paid days of training per year
Having Impact
* Access to funded Health & Social Care qualifications and apprenticeships
* Help individuals thrive at home and in the community
* Be part of a service that celebrates every achievement, big or small
If you're ready to start a career where your work truly matters, apply today and become part of something genuinely rewarding at Lifeways in Gloucestershire.
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