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to live the best lives they can.
Call: 01772 732313
Support Worker – Supported Living (Charity Sector)
12 hours ago
Location: Preston, Lancashire

SALARY: £24,451 – £25,716 (£12.50 – £13.15) |SESSIONAL (AS AND WHEN) HOURS ALSO AVAILABLE

Job Description and Person Specification
Are you ready to make a real difference in someone’s life?
At Caritas Care, we’re a values-driven charity supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives in their own homes and communities. As part of our Supported Living Service, you’ll help people with learning disabilities and complex needs to live their best life – on their terms.
Due to service expansion, we’re looking for compassionate, reliable individuals to join our team. Whether you’re looking for a few hours a week, night shifts, or full-time work, we have a range of shifts available to suit your lifestyle.

What you’ll do:

• Provide personal care and one-to-one support in the home and community
• Assist the people we support to achieve goals and explore meaningful activities
• Follow and help deliver personalised care and support plans
• Encourage independence, social inclusion, and wellbeing
• Maintain clear, accurate records and support health assessments
• Champion best practice in safeguarding, health & safety, and mental capacity

What we offer:

• 32–37 days’ annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays, pro rata)
• Generous sick pay and pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction, training, and regular supervision
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• A supportive, values-led team and opportunities to grow your skills

About you:
You don’t need prior experience – just the right values and a genuine commitment to empowering others. We’ll support you every step of the way with training and development.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to work for a charity that puts people first, we’d love to hear from you.
Want to learn more? Give our Supported Living Service managers a call on 01772 584999.
Or, if you’re ready to join a team that’s changing lives, apply now!
Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence and can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, your application will not progress
Previous applicants need not apply.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 31st August 2025
We may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of strong applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

• Provide personal care and one-to-one support in the home and community
• Assist the people we support to achieve goals and explore meaningful activities
• Follow and help deliver personalised care and support plans
• Encourage independence, social inclusion, and wellbeing
• Maintain clear, accurate records and support health assessments
• Champion best practice in safeguarding, health & safety, and mental capacit