Support Worker - Tonbridge

Care Support Worker – Lifeways Tonbridge

£13.45 per hour | 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: 7:30am–3:00pm / 3:00pm–10:30pm | Monday to Sunday
Being a driver is essential for this role.

Are you looking for a career where you can feel valued, be supported, and truly make an impact in your local community?

At Lifeways, we’re more than just a care provider – we’re a team of passionate individuals committed to empowering people to live fulfilling, independent lives. As the UK’s largest supported living specialist, we’ve been proudly supporting communities since 1995.

We are currently looking for a Care Support Worker to join our dedicated team in Kent, supporting young adults with complex needs. This includes individuals with mental health conditions, autism, and learning disabilities. Experience in these areas is an advantage.

Your Role as a Support Worker

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting individuals with personal care and daily routines
• Encouraging participation in hobbies, social activities, and community engagement
• Promoting independence, dignity, and choice in every interaction
• Monitoring wellbeing and responding to individual needs
• Maintaining accurate records and working collaboratively with your team

Why Join Lifeways?

Feel Valued

• Competitive pay: £13.45 per hour
• Paid overtime often available
• Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
• Discounts and cashback at major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, holidays, and more via Lifeways Rewards
• Blue Light Card eligibility

Be Supported

• Free DBS check
• Opportunity to gain funded health and social care qualifications
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and support
• Option to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy, and more
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Have Impact

• Be part of a team that helps individuals lead valued and fulfilling lives
• Work in a role where your care and compassion make a real difference
• Join a company that invests in your development and progression

What We’re Looking For

We welcome individuals who are:

• Naturally kind, caring, and empathetic
• Friendly and approachable
• Patient and flexible
• Have a good sense of humour and a can‑do attitude
• Confident in supporting with cooking and daily living skills
• Able to drive and have access to a vehicle

Whether you have previous experience in care or are new to the sector, we provide full training and ongoing support to help you thrive.

Job Reference: LWGCW

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