Care Support Worker - Stafford

Lifeway’s Group; Stafford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care support provider in Stafford is seeking Care Support Workers to make a genuine impact on lives. This role offers full-time hours, involves diverse day shifts, and provides full training. Candidates need to be caring, reliable, and flexible, with full UK driving licences preferred. Enjoy a supportive work culture with progress opportunities and benefits like a DBS check, health cash plan, and more. Join us for a fulfilling career journey.

Benefits

Free DBS check

Lifeways Rewards

Cycle to Work scheme

Optional health cash plan

Qualifications

• No previous care experience required, just the right values.
• Happy to work a variety of shifts including waking nights.
• Able to drive with a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support people to access the community.
• Assist in building daily living skills.
• Help individuals prepare and cook meals.

Skills

Caring

Reliable

Flexible

Passionate about helping others

Willingness to learn

Driving

Job description

Happy New Career for the New Year – Join Lifeways in Stafford

Make 2025 the year you build a career with purpose.

Are you looking for a role where every day brings the opportunity to make a genuine difference? Lifeways, one of the UK’s leading providers of specialist support services, is recruiting Care Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Stafford.

The Role

Position: Care Support Worker

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Shift Patterns: 10, 12, 14 and 15-hour day shifts

Shift Times:

• 08:00–20:00
• 08:00–18:00
• 08:00–22:00
• 08:00–23:00 (followed by sleep‑in 23:00–08:00)
• Wake nights 22:00–08:00

Driving: Full UK driving licence preferred (manual mobility vehicle available on site)

Why Choose Lifeways?

You’ll Be Valued

• Free DBS check
• Lifeways Rewards – discounts at major retailers, gyms, cinemas and more
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Optional health cash plan (dental, optical, therapy and more)

You’ll Be Supported

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Inclusive, values‑driven culture
• Friendly, collaborative team environment
• Full training and ongoing professional development

You’ll Make an Impact

• Fully funded Health & Social Care qualifications
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• The chance to support people to live with confidence and independence

About Portway House, Stafford

Located just a short walk from Stafford town centre, Portway House is a 15-bed supported living service for adults with a range of needs, abilities and goals.

Here, you’ll be helping people to:

• Access the community
• Build daily living skills
• Work towards personal goals
• Volunteer or maintain employment
• Prepare and cook meals together

No two days are the same, and the impact you’ll make is lasting.

Who We’re Looking For

You don’t need previous care experience — just the right values. We welcome people who are:

• Caring, reliable and flexible
• Passionate about helping others live fulfilling lives
• Happy to work a variety of shifts, including waking nights
• Ready to learn – full training provided
• Able to drive, with a full UK driving licence (required for this service)

Our Values – The Lifeways Choice

• Caring – Putting people first
• Honest – Acting with integrity
• One Team – Working together
• Innovative – Finding better ways to do things
• Courageous – Speaking up and taking action
• Equal – Treating everyone fairly

Start Your Journey Today

If you’re ready for a role that brings purpose, personal growth and community connection, now is the perfect time.

Happy new career for the new year – we’d love to hear from you.