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Job Description
Join Lifeways – Making a Meaningful Difference in Bucknall
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real impact in your local community? Lifeways is one of the UK’s leading providers of specialist support services, and we’re currently recruiting Female Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Bucknall.
Position Details:
* Role: Female Support Worker
* Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
* Shifts: Three long days (07:30–22:00) and waking nights (21:30–08:00)
Why Work With Us?
At Lifeways, we believe in supporting our colleagues as much as we support the people in our care. We offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally:
You’ll Be Valued
* Free DBS check
* Lifeways Rewards: Discounts at major retailers, gyms, cinemas, and more
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Optional health cash plan (covering dental, optical, therapy, etc.)
You’ll Be Supported
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* Inclusive, values-driven culture
* Friendly, collaborative team environment
* Comprehensive training and ongoing development
You’ll Make an Impact
* Funded Health and Social Care qualifications
* Clear career progression pathways
* Daily opportunities to empower others and promote independence
About the Role at Queen Oaks Court, Bucknall
Queen Oaks Court is home to 16 individuals with a range of support needs including learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries, epilepsy, autism, diabetes, and Down’s syndrome. This is a vibrant and active service where community engagement is at the heart of everything we do.
Our residents enjoy a variety of activities such as:
* Weekly visits to Helping Angels lunch club
* Sunday services at the local church
* Meals out at local pubs
* Garden events including BBQs, games, and birthday celebrations
* Trips to nearby attractions like Trentham Monkey Forest, Waterworld, and The Potteries Museum
The service is ideally located near beautiful outdoor spaces including Westport Lake, Longton Park, and the Peak District National Park.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome individuals who are:
* Caring, reliable, and flexible
* Passionate about helping others live fulfilling, independent lives
* Willing to work flexible shifts, including waking nights
* Experienced or new to care — full training is provided
Our Values – The Lifeways Choice
We live by our values every day:
* Caring – We put people first
* Honest – We act with integrity
* One Team – We work together to make a difference
* Innovative – We find new ways to improve
* Courageous – We speak up and take action
* Equal – We treat everyone fairly
If you’re ready to start a career where every day brings purpose, growth, and connection, we’d love to hear from you.
**This post is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.**
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