Support Workers - Newcastle

Job Description

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Job Description

New to Care? Start a Meaningful Career with Lifeways

Support Worker – Full Training Provided

Location: Various locations Newcastle based)

Contract options:

• Full-time (37.5 hours)
• Part-time (12–24 hours)
• Sessional / Bank (flexible hours)

Lifeways – Specialist Support in Your Local Community

You don’t need previous care experience to make a difference.If you’re caring, patient, and want a job that truly matters, Lifeways could be the perfect place to start your career in care.

Many of our best Support Workers joined us with no prior experience — just the right attitude and a genuine desire to help others live fulfilling, independent lives. We’ll provide all the training, support, and encouragement you need to succeed.

Lifeways is the UK’s largest supported living healthcare provider, proudly supporting people in communities across the country since 1995.

About the Role

You’ll be supporting a gentleman in his own home and out in the community, helping him live life his way.

With full training and support, you’ll learn how to:

• Support with shopping, day trips, and community activities
• Help with daily household tasks like cooking, cleaning, and laundry
• Provide personal care such as bathing, toileting, and feeding
• Encourage independence, confidence, and wellbeing
• Build a positive, respectful, and trusting relationship

You’ll receive a fully paid induction, bespoke service-specific training, and ongoing guidance from a dedicated manager who’s there to support you from day one. No previous care experience is required — just commitment, kindness, and willingness to learn.

What We’re Looking For

You could be a great fit if you:

• Are caring, reliable, and patient
• Enjoy helping others and working as part of a team
• Are willing to learn new skills and follow training and guidance
• Have a positive attitude and good communication skills
• Are flexible (some weekend working is required)

Experience in care, mental health, or complex needs is welcome — but not essential.

What You’ll Get in Return

Over £2,000 in rewards and benefits every year, including:

• Fully paid training & induction
• Access to qualifications & apprenticeships
• 8 paid training days per year
• Cycle to Work Scheme (up to £1,000)
• Gym discounts – save up to £192 per year
• Eye care & health cash plans
• Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food & days out
• £200 for every successful referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• Flexible working options to fit around your life

Our Values – The Lifeways Choice

We’re proud to live our values every day: Caring | Honest | One Team | Innovative | Courageous | Equal

Ready to start a career that makes a difference?

If you’re looking for meaningful work, full training, and real opportunities to grow — this could be your first step into care. xwzovoh

Apply now and join Lifeways today.

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