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

Community Support Worker (Female Only)

Salary: £25,949 per annum (full-time equivalent)
Hours: 25 hours per week (Permanent, Part-time)
Location: Lancaster & Morecambe Short Break Service, Lancashire

Please note: The salary quoted is the full-time equivalent. Actual salary will be paid on a pro-rata basis.

Sponsorship: This role is not open to international sponsorship.

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Are you a caring, compassionate person who wants a rewarding career supporting others to live fulfilling and independent lives?

Lancashire County Council's Lancaster and Morecambe Short Break Service is looking for a dedicated Female Support Worker to join our friendly and experienced team. Our purpose-built short break service provides high-quality respite care and support for adults with learning disabilities and other additional needs, helping individuals enjoy new experiences, build confidence, and achieve their personal goals.

The service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for the people who stay with us. As a Support Worker, you will play a key role in ensuring each individual's stay is positive, enjoyable, and tailored to their needs.

About the Role

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will work closely with individuals to provide practical, emotional, and personal support while promoting choice, dignity, independence, and wellbeing.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting individuals with personal care and daily living activities.
• Encouraging people to develop independence, confidence, and life skills.
• Helping individuals access community activities, social opportunities, and hobbies.
• Supporting people to make informed choices about their care and support.
• Administering medication in line with policies and procedures.
• Assisting with basic financial transactions and record keeping where required.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to support plans.
• Following care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting people and making a positive difference in their lives.

You will be:

• Caring, patient, and empathetic.
• Respectful of individual differences and committed to promoting dignity and inclusion.
• A good communicator with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Flexible and able to work as part of a rota-based service.
• Reliable, motivated, and willing to learn.

Previous experience in health and social care is welcomed but not essential. We place greater importance on your values, attitude, and commitment to supporting others. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Why Join Us?

Working for Lancashire County Council offers more than just a job. You'll become part of a team dedicated to improving lives and supporting people to achieve their potential.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and secure permanent employment.
• Full induction and comprehensive training programme.
• Opportunities for funded qualifications in Health and Social Care.
• Excellent career progression opportunities within Lancashire County Council.
• Ongoing support, supervision, and mentoring from experienced colleagues.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Proud Foundation Living Wage Employer, paying above national minimum rates.
• The chance to make a genuine and lasting difference to people's lives every day.

Additional Information

• This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
• Lancashire County Council is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
• We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
• Formal applications will only be considered where a current CV is submitted as part of the application process.

Interested in Finding Out More?

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Benn Oxley or Samantha Hebblethwaite
📞 01524 581282

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