Community Support Worker

Job Description

Salary £25,185 - £25,989  Per Annum | Full time, Part time| 37 hours per week | Preston, Chorley and South Ribble short breaks (Respite)

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship 

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of adults with disabilities? We're looking for enthusiastic, compassionate, and adaptable individuals who are ready to empower others to live life on their own terms.

Our service offers short breaks in purpose-built, fully equipped accommodation—available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—for people with a wide range of disabilities. As a Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in helping individuals enjoy meaningful experiences and maintain their independence.

What You'll Be Doing

You’ll provide holistic, person-centred support that includes:

• Assisting with daily living activities and personal care
• Supporting individuals to access community activities and social opportunities
• Helping manage finances and administer medication
• Promoting health, wellbeing, and positive outcomes in line with care plans and risk assessments

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 every day 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

 For an informal chat about the role, please contact Jackie Robbins or Kerrie Moir on 01772 539495/539166.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab. 

This position is part time, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent, the salary received will be paid on a pro–rata basis. 

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

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