Support Worker - Swalwell, Gateshead

Job Description

Our Care Support Workers are the bridge that connects our service users to the community, do something amazing, join our team and make a difference.

Lifeways – Specialist Support Services serving your local community

Are you looking for a career that transforms lives for the better?  Do you have a passion to make a real impact in your local community? Lifeways offer genuine, rewarding career progression and investment in recognised qualifications. We are the UK’s largest supported living healthcare provider and have been proudly supporting communities since 1995.

• 37.5hrs Full time.  Part time and sessional also available
• Opportunity to gain health and social care qualifications funded by Lifeways.
• Free DBS check.
• Discounts and cashback at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via Lifeways Rewards.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc.
• Free access to the employee assistance program which provides advice and support.
• Blue Light Card.

Here at Lifeways in Swalwell Gateshead we are looking for Support Workers to join our fantastic team. Ideally you will have previous experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker or Healthcare Assistant. If you are new to care but have a passion for helping others lead their most independent lives, then Lifeways can offer you excellent training and ongoing support to enable you to enjoy a rewarding career with us. 

Abbeymoor is a 40+ bedded nursing home which provides accommodation for adults aged 18 and over.

Services at Abbeymoor are for individuals who have neurological or respite care requirements including Huntingtons disease and complex brain injuries

The overarching aim of the service is to ensure people we support receive the highest quality of life which can be attained.