Support/Care Worker

Lifeways – Specialist Support Services serving your local community, UK Wide. Are you looking for a career that transforms lives for the better? Perhaps you have a desire to make a real impact to your local community with the security a large company can offer including genuine career progression and an investment in recognized qualifications? 8am – 4.15pm, 2pm- 10pm, 4pm-10pm, 8am -10pm -Waking Nights – 9.45pm -8.15am Full time – 37.5 Opportunity to gain health and social care qualifications that are funded by Lifeways. Free DBS check Discounts and cashback at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via Lifeways Rewards Cycle to work scheme Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc. Free access to the employee assistance program which provides advice and support. Here at Lifeways inWinson Green – Birmingham we are looking for Support Workers to join our fantastic team. Ideally you will have previous experience in a Care / Support Work, however, if you are new to the role and have a passion for helping others to lead their most independent lives then Lifeways can offer you excellent training and ongoing support to enable you to enjoy a rewarding career with us. The people we support at this service ages differ and while some like to be active and organise their own activities there are others who like to be supported and accompanied to group or individual activities that are in the community. People we support enjoy going to the cinema, bowling, a leisurely walk in the local park, day trips out when the weather’s nice, eating out, shopping and going on holiday. In house activities include spa days, arts and crafts, movie night and baking. We are looking for support workers with initiative, good communication skills and a team player. They will have a passion for delivering outstanding care to vulnerable people enabling them to live life as they choose. You should be able to motivate, encourage independence and inclusion and understand that every individual’s journey to mental wellbeing means something different to them and you have a willingness to support them to achieve this. #J-18808-Ljbffr