Become a Care Support Worker – Make Every Day Matter 

Location: Jarrow 
Pay: £14.75 per hour + £72.90 per sleep
Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time opportunities available

Do you have the confidence, compassion, and commitment to deliver truly life-changing care? If so, we’d love you to join Lifeways at an exciting new, purpose-built service supporting adults with complex needs.

Why This Role is Special

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to help people build independence, confidence, and a life they love.

You’ll be supporting four young adults as they transition into their own homes, helping them grow, thrive, and live as independently as possible—all within a brand-new, thoughtfully designed environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Support Worker, you’ll:  Deliver person-centred, empowering care
Support individuals with daily living, hobbies, and community activities
Help people achieve personal goals—whether that’s work, social events, or new experiences
Build meaningful relationships while maintaining professional boundaries
 Administer medication, maintain records, and use modern digital systems

You’ll work both independently and as part of a supportive, close-knit team—ensuring every individual receives consistent, high-quality care.

About the Service

You’ll support individuals with:

• Learning disabilities and/or autism
• Complex health needs (including epilepsy, dysphagia, mobility challenges)
• Communication and sensory needs

Each person lives in their own self-contained bungalow, with tailored support (1:1 or 2:1 where required), plus a dedicated night team.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 6 months’ experience in a similar care role
• A positive, resilient, and patient attitude
• A genuine passion for supporting people with complex needs
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Confidence using basic IT systems (full training provided)

What You’ll Get in Return

We value our team—and we show it:

Enhanced pay – £14.75 per hour + sleep-in payments
Generous holidays – 28 days + extra after 5 years
Career development – NVQ qualifications & tailored training
Supportive leadership – on-site management and MDT support
Progression opportunities – many leaders started as Support Workers
Bonus perks – discounts, cashback, cycle-to-work scheme
Wellbeing support – 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

£200 Refer a Friend bonus
Recognition awards celebrating your impact

Why Lifeways?

We’re proud to be recognised by Local Authorities and the CQC for our values-led approach. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do—and we’re committed to helping you grow and succeed.

Interested?

If you’re ready to make a real difference and be part of something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.