Position Overview
Position Duration: Permanent
Role Type: Support/Care Worker
County: Somerset
Company: Lifeways Group
Salary / Rate of Pay: £13.10 per hour
Post Code: TA8 2FE
Town or City: Burnham-on-Sea
Reference No: 12919
Support Worker – You’re not just anyone.
Pay Rate: £13.10 per hour
Part-time role with personality, purpose, and plenty of perks.
Make an impact. Feel valued. Be supported.
We are currently looking for a male support worker as per service user requirements.
Are you the kind of person who finds joy in the little things—like a good playlist on a car ride, a walk in the fresh air, or helping someone update their activity board? If you’re confident, caring, and ready to make a real difference, we’ve got just the role for you.
At Lifeways, we don’t just support people—we empower them. We’re the UK’s largest supported living provider, and we’ve been proudly helping communities thrive since 1995. Here, you’ll build a career where every day brings purpose, where your contributions are recognised, and where you’re supported to grow.
What’s in It for You? (Spoiler: A Lot)
- Cycle to Work Scheme – Save up to £1,000
- Gym Discounts – Save up to £192 a year
- Eye Care & Health Cash Plans – Claim back costs for dental, optical, therapy and more
- New! 10% Off at B&Q – Because DIY is self-care too
- Blue Light Card Eligibility – Discounts on food, shopping, travel and days out
- £200 Referral Bonus – Bring a friend, get rewarded
- 3% Employer Pension Contribution
- 8 Paid Training Days Per Year – Plus access to funded qualifications and apprenticeships
- Free DBS Check
- Lifeways Rewards – Cashback and discounts at major retailers, cinemas, theme parks, holidays and more
- Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support and advice.
About The Role
We’re looking for Support Workers to join our team in Burnham-on-Sea. This is a part-time role with a unique shift pattern:
- 9am–10pm, followed by a sleep-in shift (10pm–7am), then 7am–9am the next morning
- You’ll need a full UK driving licence to drive our company cars.
You’ll Be Supporting One Individual With
- Autism
- Communication difficulties
- Epilepsy
- Learning disabilities
The individual is independent in many ways—dressing, personal care, eating— but needs support to stay safe, engaged, and happy. You’ll be their everyday hero, helping them enjoy life their way.
Activities Include
- Walks and café visits
- Music-filled car journeys
- Updating their activity board
- Relaxing at home with a calm, consistent presence
Support is provided 1:1 at all times, with 2:1 in the community.
Who We’re Looking For
- A Care Assistant, Support Worker, or Healthcare Assistant
- Or someone brand new to care, with the right attitude and a big heart
You’ll Thrive Here If You’re
- Calm, patient, and consistent
- A good listener with a warm personality
- Happy to follow routines and bring positive energy
- Willing to learn and grow with us
Due to the needs of the person we support, this role is gender-specific and exempt under the Equality Act 2010.
Ready to Join the Team?
If you’re looking for a role that’s rewarding, relaxed, and full of purpose—where you’ll be supported, recognised, and empowered to make a lasting impact—Lifeways Burnham-on-Sea is ready to welcome you.
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP.
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