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Job Description
Lead with Purpose. Make a Meaningful Impact. Grow with Lifeways
Are you an experienced Support Worker ready to step up in your career? Lifeways is offering an exciting opportunity to become a Team Leader at Stonethwaite, a warm and lively supported living service in Bamber Bridge, Preston.
You’ll work closely with our Service Manager to lead a dedicated team in delivering personalised, life-enhancing support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries, and mental health needs.
* Full-time: 37.5 hours per week
* Shifts between 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Sunday (This position is predominantly Monday-Friday shifts)
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Your Role as a Leader Who Inspires
* Lead and motivate Support Workers to deliver high-quality, consistent support
* Promote independence, wellbeing, and personalised outcomes
* Support individuals with daily living, appointments, hobbies, community engagement and meaningful activities
* Ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with personalised support plans
* Conduct staff supervisions, interviews, coaching, and ongoing development
* Communicate effectively with colleagues, the people we support, families and external professionals
About Stonethwaite
Stonethwaite is a spacious four-bedroom detached house featuring:
* Two bedrooms on the ground floor and two on the first floor
* A large communal lounge
* Spacious dining area with a pool table
* Modern kitchen and small utility area
* Wet-room bathroom on the ground floor and two additional bathrooms upstairs
* A very large garden with two patio areas and a double garage — perfect for socialising, relaxing, and outdoor activities
Stonethwaite is located in a friendly residential area of Bamber Bridge, just five miles south of Preston city centre, with excellent local amenities including:
* Hairdressers, pharmacy, GP surgery, Morrisons Daily, and an Esso garage with Subway — all within walking distance
* Nearby Asda, Starbucks, and a library and gym
* Bus stop two minutes away with routes to Preston, Chorley and Bolton
* Bamber Bridge train station with routes to Blackburn, Burnley, Preston, Blackpool and beyond
Who Lives at Stonethwaite?
The service currently supports three sociable individuals who enjoy:
* Meals out and day trips
* Walks and exploring the local community
* Board games, movies, sports, documentaries, and comedy shows
* Baking, craft activities, and group socialising
The home is lively, friendly, often busy, and ideal for someone who enjoys a sociable atmosphere and group activities.
“Stonethwaite has a friendly atmosphere. There is always lots of laughter… It’s a busy house but a very happy one. We have a great staff team who go above and beyond.” — Manager, Stonethwaite
What You Bring
* Experience as a Team Leader, Senior Support Worker, or Support Worker with a strong track record
* NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is advantageous
* Excellent communication, written, and IT skills
* A passion for empowerment, inclusion, and person-centred support
* A commitment to leading by example
Shift Patterns
* Full-time: 37.5 hours per week
* Shifts between 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Sunday (This position is predominantly Monday-Friday shifts)
* Flexibility essential to meet the needs of the people we support
* Rotational shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
Feeling Valued in Your Career
At Lifeways, your contribution matters. You’ll join a team that recognises your efforts, celebrates your achievements, and encourages your ideas to shape the future of support.
What We Offer
* Over £2,000 in annual rewards and benefits
* Funded Health & Social Care qualifications
* Free DBS check
* Cycle to Work Scheme (up to £1,000)
* Gym discounts (save up to £192/year)
* Health cash plans and eye-care benefits
* 10% B&Q discount for all team members
* Access to the Blue Light Card
* £200 employee referral reward
* 3% employer pension contribution
* 8 paid training days per year
* Access to apprenticeships and further qualifications
Apply Today
Join Lifeways and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.Take the next step in your care career — we’re excited to meet you!
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP