Psychological-Care Support Worker

Support Worker – Colchester
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week),
Shifts: 7:30am–3:00pm, 3:00pm–10:00pm (rota-based across weekdays and weekends)
Also have night shifts available.
At Lifeways in Colchester, we’re proud to support individuals in leading valued and fulfilling lives. We’re currently looking for compassionate and proactive Support Workers to join our friendly team, supporting people with a range of complex needs.
Whether you're experienced in care or just starting out, Lifeways offers a truly rewarding career with genuine progression opportunities, fully funded qualifications, and a supportive team environment.
“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
You’ll be supporting individuals with:
Learning disabilities
Autism
Physical disabilities
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
You’ll support with:
Personal care and wellbeing
Meal planning and preparation
Hobbies, activities, and social events
Building confidence and independence
Monitoring wellbeing and responding to individual needs
You will be working on a rota basis, and shift patterns are assigned—you will not be able to select your own shifts.
Paid DBS check
~ Paid induction and training
~ Discounts and cashback at major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, theme parks, holidays and more via Lifeways Rewards
~ Eligible for the Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food, days out and more
~£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

Access to funded Health & Social Care qualifications and apprenticeships
Help individuals thrive at home and in the community
We’re proud to be known for providing extraordinary support and celebrating the individuality of every person.