Job Description
Care Support Worker Make Every Day Matter in Taunton
Looking for a job thats more than just a job? Want to spend your days making people smile, helping them live life to the fullest, and being part of a team that actually feels like a team? Lifeways in Taunton is calling!
Were on the lookout for enthusiastic, caring, and down-to-earth Support Workers who want to make a real difference. Whether youve worked in care before or youre just starting out, if youve got the heart for itweve got the training, support, and good vibes to help you thrive.
Whats the Role All About?
Youll be supporting amazing individuals with autism, learning disabilities, and mental health needs to live independently and enjoy life. Think:
* Trips to the cinema, bowling, shopping, and fun group activities
* Helping with everyday tasks like cooking, budgeting, and medication
* Being a friendly face and a steady hand when someone needs it most
* Encouraging confidence, independence, and joyevery single day
What Youll Need
* A full UK Driving Licence (youll be driving our company cars)
* A positive attitude and a genuine passion for helping others
* Experience in care is greatbut not essential. Well train you up!
* This role is open to female applicants only due to the needs of the people we support (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9)
Shifts & Hours
* Full-time: 37.5 hours per week
* 14-hour shifts including weekends and sleep-ins
* Flexibility is keybut well always try to keep things fair
Perks That Actually Perk You Up
We dont just talk about rewardswe deliver them:
* Over 2,000 in annual perks and benefits
* Free DBS check
* 8 paid training days every year
* Funded qualifications and apprenticeships
* 200 for every friend you refer
* 3% employer pension contribution
Lifestyle Bonuses Youll Love
* Discounts at supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, theme parks, and more
* Cycle to Work Scheme save up to 1,000
* Gym discounts save up to 192 a year
* Eye care and health cash plans
* 10% off at B&Q for all team members
* Blue Light Card eligibility loads of discounts on food, shopping, and days out
Why Lifeways?
Weve been supporting communities since 1995, and were now the UKs largest supported living provider. But were not just bigwere bold, caring, and committed to helping you grow. If you want a career thats full of purpose, people, and possibilities, youre in the right place.
Ready to Jump In?
If youre ready to bring your energy, kindness, and sense of fun to a role that really mattershit Apply and lets get started!
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