About the Role
Full-Time Position: 35 Hours per Week

Shift patterns include:

• 7:30am - 2:30pm
• 2:30pm - 9:30pm

Full-time roles include working every other weekend.

As a Support Worker, you'll help people with learning disabilities and autism live as independently as possible, supporting them with daily routines, community activities, hobbies, appointments, and achieving their personal goals.

No two days are the same, making this a rewarding and varied role where you can truly see the positive impact of your work.

Why Join Lifeways?
A Career with Purpose
Every day, you'll have the opportunity to support people to develop confidence, build independence, and enjoy the things that matter most to them. Few careers offer the same sense of achievement as seeing someone reach their goals because of your support.

Great Benefits

• Free DBS check
• Discounts and cashback at major retailers, cinemas, restaurants and gyms
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Health Cash Plan options to help with everyday healthcare costs

Support Every Step of the Way

• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive induction and training
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Funded Health and Social Care qualifications
• Career progression opportunities across Lifeways
• Friendly and supportive management team

About River Lodge
River Lodge is home to eight adults and provides specialist support for people with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs.

Located close to Burton town centre, the service is well connected to local amenities, parks, cafés and community facilities. Supporting people to get out and about, enjoy activities, and remain connected to their local community is a big part of what we do.

Our team works together to create a welcoming, positive environment where people feel valued, respected and empowered to live life on their own terms.

Who We're Looking For
You don't need previous care experience to join us. What matters most is having the right values and a desire to help others.

We're looking for people who are:

• Caring, compassionate and patient
• Reliable and flexible
• Positive and enthusiastic
• Passionate about supporting people to live independently
• Eager to learn and develop new skills
• Able to work flexible shifts, including waking nights when required

Our Values
Everything we do is guided by our Lifeways values:

• Caring
• Honest
• One Team
• Innovative
• Courageous
• Equal

Hear From Our Team
"River Lodge has a real community feel. We support one another, celebrate achievements together and work hard to give the people we support the best possible quality of life."
– River Lodge Manager

Start a Career That Changes Lives
If you're looking for a role where you can feel valued, build a long-term career, and make a meaningful difference in Burton-on-Trent, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us create opportunities, independence and brighter futures for the people we support.

Apply through our website.