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You're not just anyone. From every day life, to changing someone's world. Job Description Lead with Purpose. Make a Meaningful Impact. Grow with Lifeways Are you an experienced Support Worker ready to step up in your career? Lifeways is offering an exciting opportunity to become a Team Leader at Stonethwaite, a warm and lively supported living service in Bamber Bridge, Preston. You’ll work closely with our Service Manager to lead a dedicated team in delivering personalised, life-enhancing support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries, and mental health needs. • Full-time: 37.5 hours per week Your Role as a Leader Who Inspires • Lead and motivate Support Workers to deliver high-quality, consistent support, • Promote independence, wellbeing, and personalised outcomes, • Support individuals with daily living, appointments, hobbies, community engagement and meaningful activities, • Ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with personalised support plans, • Conduct staff supervisions, interviews, coaching, and ongoing development Stonethwaite is a spacious four-bedroom detached house featuring: • Two bedrooms on the ground floor and two on the first floor, • A large communal lounge, • Spacious dining area with a pool table, • Modern kitchen and small utility area, • Wet-room bathroom on the ground floor and two additional bathrooms upstairs, • Hairdressers, pharmacy, GP surgery, Morrisons Daily, and an Esso garage with Subway — all within walking distance, • Nearby Asda, Starbucks, and a library and gym, • Bus stop two minutes away with routes to Preston, Chorley and Bolton The service currently supports three sociable individuals who enjoy: • Meals out and day trips, • Walks and exploring the local community, • Board games, movies, sports, documentaries, and comedy shows “Stonethwaite has a friendly atmosphere. There is always lots of laughter… It’s a busy house but a very happy one. We have a great staff team who go above and beyond.” — Manager, Stonethwaite What You Bring • Experience as a Team Leader, Senior Support Worker, or Support Worker with a strong track record, • NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is advantageous, • Excellent communication, written, and IT skills, • A passion for empowerment, inclusion, and person-centred support, • Full-time: 37.5 hours per week, • Shifts between 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Sunday (This position is predominantly Monday-Friday shifts), • Flexibility essential to meet the needs of the people we support At Lifeways, your contribution matters. You’ll join a team that recognises your efforts, celebrates your achievements, and encourages your ideas to shape the future of support. What We Offer • Over £2,000 in annual rewards and benefits, • Funded Health & Social Care qualifications, • Free DBS check, • Cycle to Work Scheme (up to £1,000), • Gym discounts (save up to £192/year), • Health cash plans and eye-care benefits, • 10% B&Q discount for all team members, • Access to the Blue Light Card, • £200 employee referral reward, • 3% employer pension contribution, • 8 paid training days per year Join Lifeways and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.Take the next step in your care career — we’re excited to meet you! PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP

Senior Recovery Worker - Salary of £24,297 per annum (£13.35 per hour) - Preston, Lancashire Are you someone who understands the challenges of mental health recovery and knows how to support others through it? Do you have experience with medication, leading shifts, and guiding a team with confidence? Making Space is a supportive and values-led organisation, and we are looking for a Senior Recovery Worker to join our Inspiring Minds service in Preston. The role This is a full-time, permanent position working 35 hours per week within our Supported Living Rehabilitation Service. You will support people with complex mental health needs to build confidence, develop independence and feel part of their community. No two days will be the same, and your role will be a mix of hands-on support and leading the team to deliver high-quality care. Key Responsibilities • Support individuals on their recovery journey in a practical and meaningful way, • Offer guidance around wellbeing, daily living, and community involvement, • Administer medication safely and accurately, • Lead shifts and help ensure the service runs smoothly, • Provide support and direction to colleagues during shifts, • Build positive, trusting relationships with the people you support, • Encourage independence and personal choice About our company At Making Space, everything we do is guided by our values: Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready. We believe in treating everyone with kindness and respect, recognising that each person’s journey is different. Our teams work closely together to provide support that truly makes a difference, helping people feel valued and included. The Benefits • 28 days holiday including bank holidays, • Access to earned wages early through Stream, • Double pay on selected bank holidays, • Pension scheme with employer contribution, • Ongoing training and funded qualifications, • Employee discounts and wellbeing support, • Opportunities to grow your career within the organisation, • Travel support including mileage expenses The person • Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification (or willingness to work towards it), • Experience working in a mental health setting, • Confidence supporting people with complex needs, • Experience administering medication, • Comfortable leading shifts and supporting a team, • A calm, approachable and reliable nature, • A genuine desire to support others in a person-centred way What’s next If this sounds like the right fit for you, apply today and take the next step in a role where your work truly matters.

Senior Recovery Worker - Salary of £24,297 per annum (£13.35 per hour) - Preston, Lancashire Are you someone who understands the challenges of mental health recovery and knows how to support others through it? Do you have experience with medication, leading shifts, and guiding a team with confidence? Making Space is a supportive and values-led organisation, and we are looking for a Senior Recovery Worker to join our Inspiring Minds service in Preston. The role This is a full-time, permanent position working 35 hours per week within our Supported Living Rehabilitation Service. You will support people with complex mental health needs to build confidence, develop independence and feel part of their community. No two days will be the same, and your role will be a mix of hands-on support and leading the team to deliver high-quality care. Key Responsibilities • Support individuals on their recovery journey in a practical and meaningful way, • Offer guidance around wellbeing, daily living, and community involvement, • Administer medication safely and accurately, • Lead shifts and help ensure the service runs smoothly, • Provide support and direction to colleagues during shifts, • Build positive, trusting relationships with the people you support At Making Space, everything we do is guided by our values: Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready. We believe in treating everyone with kindness and respect, recognising that each person's journey is different. Our teams work closely together to provide support that truly makes a difference, helping people feel valued and included. The Benefits • 28 days holiday including bank holidays, • Access to earned wages early through Stream, • Double pay on selected bank holidays, • Pension scheme with employer contribution, • Ongoing training and funded qualifications, • Employee discounts and wellbeing support, • Opportunities to grow your career within the organisation, • Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification (or willingness to work towards it), • Experience working in a mental health setting, • Confidence supporting people with complex needs, • Experience administering medication, • Comfortable leading shifts and supporting a team, • A calm, approachable and reliable nature If this sounds like the right fit for you, apply today and take the next step in a role where your work truly matters. JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior Children's Support Worker - Preston Brook Street Social Care are proud to be in partnership with a very well established, children centred residential care provider for young people.We are seeking a Senior Support Worker to join the team within a solo placement home in Preston for children an

Team Leader - Morecambe Brook Street Social Care are proud to be in partnership with a very well established, children centred residential care provider for young people. We are seeking a Senior Support Worker to join the team within a solo placement home in Morecambe for children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Are you an experienced children's senior support worker who is looking for a new adventure? Then join our highly valued team and start a truly rewarding career! Salary: £34,084.00 - £37,509.00 per annum, inclusive of sleeps - (depending on qualification) - Due to increase on 1st April 2026 Shift Pattern: 2 days on, 4 days off We are looking for nurturing and supportive people, who can give our children the best quality care and allow them to achieve amazing outcomes! Essential requirements for a Team Leader: • A minimum 12 months experience in a children's residential care home, • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, • A full driving licence issued in the UK, • Applicants must have full right to work in the UK with no restrictions, • In depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations, expectations and best practice, • Routes for progression and the opportunity to complete Level 4/5 Residential Childcare qualifications., • Paid induction training, • Access to a company app that provides high street discounts, online medical support, financial advice and counselling #PREJP JBRP1_UKTJ

This is why at this service our Seniors should have previous experience as a Senior Support Worker and a Level 3 in Health & Social Care as well as experience working with individuals requiring enhanced support, including behaviour's of distress, autism, forensic histories and people who have experi

A County Council in Preston is seeking a Senior Residential Child Care Worker to lead and support the care of children with complex needs. A successful candidate should have over 3 years of experience in children's social care and possess relevant qualifications. You will implement care plans, promo

A local governmental authority in Preston is seeking a Senior Residential Child Care Worker to lead and support teams in new children's residential homes. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in children's social care, a relevant qualification, and a strong commitment to perso

Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!. Must have minimum of 3 year's experience working as a Qualified social worker.

Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Senior Social Worker within the Safeguarding Team to work Full Time based in Reigate, Surrey. The salary for this Senior Social Worker job is up to £57,588 per annum.

We are hiring a Senior Social Worker to join our Connect to Community (C2C) East 2 team, based in either Dorking or Weybridge.

If you are a Social Worker and this isn’t the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager . Children’s Senior Social Worke

Senior Social Worker - Multi-Agency Partnership Team.

Leaders in Care are supporting with a highly rated council in the Bristol area, currently seeking an experienced Childrens Social Wor.

Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Senior Social Worker within the Assessment & Intervention Team to work full time based in Chichester, West Sussex. The salary for this permanent Senior Social Worker job is up to £52

Career Progression | Longstanding Supportive Management | Hybrid Working | Manageable Caseload At Leaders in Care, we are currently working with an Ofsted rated Good council on the South Coast oif England,for an experienced childrens social worker to join their well established Children's Family Sa

Foster Care Associates (FCA)Senior / Supervising Social WorkerSalary: Up to £39,142.

Family Safeguarding Social Worker | South West England | £100 Weekly Expenses | Flexible Office Days Are you an experienced Family Safeguarding Social Worker looking for a supportive, well-structured team where work-life balance and quality practice truly come first? Leaders in Care are working wit

Sanctuary Personnel, an award-winning recruitment agency specialising in social work jobs, children’s safeguarding roles, and children’s services careers, is currently recruiting experienced Senior Social Workers and Social Work Team Managers to join busy Children’s Assessment and Locality Saf

Experienced Senior Supervising Social Worker | Independent Fostering Agency (North East). Senior Supervising Social Worker. The Senior Supervising Social Worker is responsible for providing robust supervision and support to an allocated caseload of foster carers.

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £40,708. ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community. YOU MUST HAVE: A Soci

Foster Care Associates Scotland (FCAS) Senior Supervising Social Worker Location: Hybrid / Office. You Must Have A Social Work qualification Valid Social Work registration or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislat

Foster Care Associates (FCA) Senior / Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £39,392. Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave rising to 35 days with length of service Bank Holidays (pro rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Sc

If you are a Social Worker living outside of the United Kingdom or a Student Social Worker please keep an eye out for our International Social Worker vacancies or opportunities for Newly Qualified Social Workers. Social Worker / Senior Practitioner - Children's Assessment Service (North) - OX16 5AUN

Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £40,948. What We Are Looking For and What to Expect From Us We are currently looking to recruit a Senior/Supervising Social Worker for our friendly and dynamic team to work with foster carers in Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. You will need to be

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA)Role: Senior Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £40,708.

Children’s & Adults Generic Senior Social Worker & (AMHP) - Out of Hours Team - LondonSalary: £46,206 - £55,992 per annum + 10% OOH Allowance + AMHP allowance + Car AllowanceJob IntroductionChildren’s & Adults Generic Senior Social Worker & (AMHP) - Out of Hours Team£46,206 - £55,992 per ann

Senior Social Worker (Hospital Team). We have exciting opportunities for Senior Social Workers to join the Hospital Discharge Team!. As a Senior Social Worker, you will deliver statutory services to residents with eligible care needs by conducting outcome-focused assessments, creating tailored care

Liquid Personnel are currently looking for experienced Social Workers and Senior Social Workers to join our client’s Children With Disabilities team in South London. Social Worker / Senior - Children With Disabilities - South London. Social Work qualified, with valid Social Work England registrati

A reputable staffing agency is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for the Family Safeguarding Team at Blackpool Council.

A leading social work agency is seeking a Senior Adult Social Worker in Hammersmith and Fulham. Candidates must hold a degree in Social Work and be registered with Social Work England. Benefits include hybrid working, competitive pay rates, and access to exclusive social work training.

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Social Worker to join their supportive team dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families.

A local authority organization is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to join its Childrens Social Work Team in Medway. This role offers established social workers the chance to enhance their skills and support new talent through supervision and training. With a focus on career development, c

A regional children's services organization in the West Midlands is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join their Child Protection & Court Teams. The ideal candidate will have a professional Social Work qualification, at least two years of relevant experience, and a commitment to improving the lives

A social work agency is seeking an experienced Social Worker for a fostering team in London. Applicants must be registered with Social Work England and hold a full UK license.

The role of the Senior Social Care Worker is to provide support and guidance to a team of social care workers, whilst making sure you always provide the highest level of care and lead by example. Being patient, reliable, flexible, a team player and a good communicator are key characteristics of a su

A leading social work provider is seeking Qualified Social Workers for opportunities in the West Midlands. Candidates must have a recognized Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England.

Uphold the Social Work England professional standards, maintaining high levels of ethical, accountable, and reflective practice.

A reputable local authority in North Wiltshire seeks a Senior Social Worker for its Family Safeguarding Service.

A leading social care recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Social Worker for Older People in Hertfordshire. Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of post-qualifying experience in the UK Social Care sector and hold SWE Registration. The role offers benefits such as a personal consultant, acce

A local council in England is seeking a Level 3 Social Worker for its Children’s Disability Team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in social work, particularly with children with disabilities, and a recognised Social Work qualification.

A local authority in England is seeking an empathetic Social Worker to support mental health initiatives. The ideal candidate will either be a qualified Social Worker with AMHP accreditation or willing to pursue it.

The ideal candidate will have a Social Work qualification, experience in adoption, and excellent communication skills.

A leading social work agency in the United Kingdom is searching for a Social Worker to effectively manage safeguarding concerns in Adult Social Care. The ideal candidate must hold a degree in Social Work and Social Work England registration, with at least two years post-qualification experience.

Leaders in Care are supporting with a highly rated council in the Bristol area, currently seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join their Child Protection team. As this is a statutory role, you’ll need a recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Work England

We are seeking dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker and Social Workers to join our Family Support and Safeguarding Teams. Following successful completion of probation period, Social Workers in North Somerset have the right to seek Senior Workers pay if they are able to evidence the experie