Care Support Worker - Wolverhampton

You're not just anyone.

From every day life, to changing someone's world.

Job Description

Lifeways supports adults with learning disabilities and autism to live confidently and independently within their local communities. When you join us, you're becoming part of a team that puts people first and creates positive, everyday moments for those we support.

Whether you're starting a new career path or looking for flexible hours that fit around your life, this is a role where you can grow, develop and find real purpose.

Roles Available

• 1 x Full-Time Support Worker - 37.5 hours per week
• 2 x Bank Support Workers - Sessional 0-hour contracts

Shift Patterns

• 7:00am - 2:30pm
• 2:30pm - 10:00pm
• 7:00am - 10:00pm
• Full-time colleagues work every other weekend
• Full flexibility is essential to meet the needs of those we support

What We Offer

Feeling Valued

• Free DBS check
• Lifeways Rewards: discounts with major retailers, gyms, cinemas, attractions and more
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Optional health cash plan

Being Supported

• Employee Assistance Programme
• A warm, inclusive workplace
• Supportive team and leadership
• High-quality training from day one

Having Impact

• Funded Health & Social Care qualifications
• Clear routes for career progression
• The chance to make a positive, lasting difference every day

What We're Looking For

And what the people we support value in their staff:

• A caring, reliable and flexible approach
• Experience is helpful but not essential
• A passion for supporting people to live independently
• Willingness to work a variety of shifts
• Kind, supportive and patient
• Fun, positive and hardworking
• A good listener
• Someone who can help them achieve their personal goals

About Carlton Gardens

Carlton Gardens is ideally located close to a range of local shops, cafés, pubs, a post office and a library. Wolverhampton town centre is only a short distance away and offers everything from high-street shopping to theatres, galleries, cinemas and sports facilities.

The people we support here are aged between 20 and 40. The service has a lively, active environment, making it a great place for someone confident, energetic and able-bodied. Interests among the people we support include television, music, cooking, swimming and exploring the community. Many enjoy spending time independently or with their families.

Our Lifeways Choice Values

• Caring - putting people first
• Honest - acting with integrity
• One Team - working together
• Innovative - always improving
• Courageous - speaking up and taking action
• Equal - treating everyone fairly

A Message from the Manager

"At Carlton Gardens, we aim to give people a better quality of life and greater independence. The apartments are lovely - close to the city but still peaceful. With greenery all around, it's a relaxing place to be. This is somewhere people can truly make a home for themselves."Manager, Carlton Gardens

Apply Today

If you're ready to build a rewarding career while supporting your local community, we'd love to hear from you. Join Lifeways and be part of a team where you're valued, supported and empowered every day.

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