Lancashire County Council

Community Support Worker | Part time | Short Break Service | Lancaster & Morecambe, Lancashire

Lancashire County Council  •  £12.97/hr  •  Morecambe, GB (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Salary £25,949 per annum | 25 hours per week | Permanent, Part time | Short Break Service | Lancaster & Morecambe, Lancashire


International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship

About the Role: Support Worker (Female Only)

We are looking for caring and motivated individuals to join our team as Support Workers, providing high-quality, person-centred support to adults with disabilities in the Lancaster and Morecambe short break service.

In this rewarding role, you will support people with a variety of disabilities, helping them make choices about their daily lives and take part in meaningful activities. You’ll work within our short break service, offering support in a safe, welcoming, and fully equipped environment that operates 24/7.

You will assist individuals with personal care, daily living tasks, and accessing community opportunities, while promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing. You will also support with medication, finances, and following care plans and risk assessments to ensure safe and effective support.

What We’re Looking For

We value people over qualifications. If you bring empathy, integrity, and a genuine desire to uplift others, we’ll provide the training and support you need to thrive. You’ll be someone who:

  • Respects and values each individual
  • Works with dignity, compassion, and a person-centred approach
  • Is flexible, motivated, and ready to make everyday count

Why Join Us?

  • Make a meaningful impact every single day
  • No formal qualifications required—just the right attitude
  • Comprehensive training and ongoing support
  • Opportunities for career progression and paid qualifications
  • Job security in a rewarding sector
  • We’re proud to be a Foundation Living Wage Employer—offering pay above the National Living Wage

Above all, this role is about making a positive difference every day, empowering people to live fulfilling lives and achieve their personal goals.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Benn Oxley or Samantha Hebblethwaite on 01524 581282.

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Lancashire County Council

About Lancashire County Council

Lancashire County Council is committed to improving the quality of life for everyone in Lancashire. We believe that all our citizens have the right to be treated fairly. We recognise that some people do not get an equal chance in life.

For some of our children and young people this can have a lasting impact on their future. We will play our part in helping to narrow the gaps that exist between different parts our communities and improving the quality of life of those who have less advantages and are in danger of poor outcomes.

As a community leader, employer and provider of services we want to make sure that everyone in Lancashire has the opportunity to achieve their potential, no matter where they live or what their background, individual characteristics or personal circumstances might be.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Preston, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
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