Care Support Worker - Brentwood

Job description

Position Duration: Permanent

Role Type: Support/Care Worker

Location: Essex, Brentwood, CM13 2ER

Company: Lifeways Group

Salary: £12.21 per hour

Contract Type: Part Time, 20 hours per week

Shifts: Typically 10 or 12 hours (e.g. 8:00am–8:00pm, 10:00am–10:00pm, 12:00pm–10:00pm), including weekdays and weekends

Driving Licence essential: Full UK Manual

Job DescriptionSupport Worker – Brentwood. We're proud to support individuals in leading valued and fulfilling lives. We're currently looking for caring and reliable Support Workers to join our team on a contract, offering flexibility and meaningful work.

Whether you're experienced in care or just starting out, Lifeways offers a truly rewarding career with full training, ongoing support, and genuine progression opportunities.

"I never imagined how rewarding this job could be. Lifeways gave me the training and support I needed, and now I get to help people live their best lives every day." — Sarah, Support Worker at Lifeways

About The RoleYou'll be supporting individuals with:

Acquired brain injuries

Learning disabilities

Autism

Physical disabilities

Mental health conditions

Support is tailored to each person's unique needs, helping them live more independently in their homes and communities.

Your Responsibilities as a Support Worker

Personal care and wellbeing

Meal planning and preparation

Household tasks

Hobbies, activities, and social events

Building confidence and independence

Monitoring wellbeing and responding to individual needs

Maintaining accurate records and working collaboratively with your team

Please note: You will be working on a rota basis, and shift patterns are assigned—you will not be able to select your own shifts.

For more information about working at Lifeways, please copy and paste the link below: https://vimeo.com/1139996266?fl=pl&fe=sh

Why Join Lifeways?We offer more than just a job – we offer a career with purpose, recognition, and room to grow.

Feeling Valued

£12.21 hourly rate

Over £2,000 in total rewards per year

Paid DBS check

Discounts and cashback at major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, theme parks, holidays and more via Lifeways Rewards

New: 10% off at B&Q for all team members

Eligible for the Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food, days out and more

£200 for every successful referral

Being Supported

8 paid days of training per year

Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and wellbeing support

Cycle to Work Scheme – up to £1,000

Gym discounts – save up to £192 a year

Eye care and health cash plans

3% employer pension contribution

Having Impact

Access to funded Health & Social Care qualifications and apprenticeships

Help individuals thrive at home and in the community

Be part of a service that celebrates every achievement, big or small

We're proud to be known for providing extraordinary support and celebrating the individuality of every person. If you're someone who wants to grow personally and professionally while making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and start your journey with Lifeways.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Colchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English