Lifeways Group
Care Support Worker - Portway - Stafford

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Job Description
Care Support Worker
Full-Time
Wake Nights | 37.5 Hours per Week
Bank Sessional Contract | 0 Hours
Stafford
Looking for a Career Where You Can Make a Real Difference?
Would you like a job that is rewarding, varied and genuinely changes lives?
At Lifeways, we're looking for caring, enthusiastic people to join our friendly team at Portway House in Stafford. Whether you're experienced in care or looking for a fresh start in a meaningful career, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.
This is more than just a job. It's a chance to build lasting relationships, support people to achieve their goals, and help them enjoy everything their local community has to offer.
No Two Days Are the Same
As a Care Support Worker, you'll be supporting people to live life their way, encouraging independence, confidence and choice.
You Might Spend Your Shift
- Supporting someone to attend work or a volunteering role
- Enjoying a coffee and catch-up at a local café
- Helping people plan and cook meals together
- Supporting shopping trips and appointments
- Attending community activities and events
- Encouraging hobbies, interests and personal goals
- Providing reassurance, companionship and practical support
The moments that matter are often the simplest ones. Helping someone learn a new skill, gain confidence, make new friends or achieve a personal goal can have a lasting impact.
About Portway House
Portway House is ideally located within walking distance of Stafford town centre and is home to a diverse group of people with different interests, abilities and aspirations.
Reasons to use Rodeo
I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
Honest answer — it depends on where you want to end up. A lot of top grad schemes (Big 4, civil service, banking) don’t need a masters. Let’s look at the ones you’d be competitive for now, and we can decide if a masters actually adds anything.
Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
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Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Our focus is always on supporting people to lead fulfilling lives and be active members of their community. We listen to what matters to each individual and support them to make their own choices, build confidence and develop new skills.
People We Support Regularly Enjoy
- Trips to Drayton Manor and Trentham Gardens
- Swimming and badminton at Stafford Leisure Centre
- Shopping at Queens Shopping Park
- Cinema visits to Odeon Stafford
- Bowling at Tenpin Stafford
- Social activities, events and days out with friends
Many people also volunteer or work within the local area, and we actively support them to achieve their ambitions and maintain their independence.
What Our Manager Says
"At Portway House, we support people with their day-to-day lives because we want them to be happy, confident and fulfilled. We create an environment where people feel welcome, valued and supported to achieve their goals. If you're thinking about joining us, we'd love to welcome you to our team."
Manager, Portway House
What You'll Receive
A Rewarding Career
- A role where you can make a positive difference every day
- Funded Health & Social Care qualifications
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Full training and ongoing professional development
- Valuable skills that can support a long-term career in care
Excellent Benefits
- Free DBS check
- Lifeways Rewards scheme with discounts at major retailers, restaurants, cinemas and more
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Health cash plan including dental, optical and wellbeing support
A Supportive Team Environment


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- Friendly and welcoming colleagues
- Experienced managers committed to your development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Inclusive workplace culture where everyone is valued
- Ongoing support from day one
Shift Patterns
- Early Shift: 7:00am to 2:30pm
- Late Shift: 2:30pm to 10:00pm
- Long Day: 7:00am to 10:00pm
- Wake Night: 10:00pm to 8:00am
- Sleep-In: 10:00pm to 7:00am
No Experience Needed
You don't need previous care experience to join us.
If you're kind, patient, reliable and enjoy helping others, we can teach you everything else. Many of our colleagues came from retail, hospitality, customer service, warehouse and administration roles before starting their careers in care.
Why Lifeways?
At Lifeways, We Believe Everyone Deserves The Opportunity To Live Their Best Life. That's Why Our Values Are At The Heart Of Everything We Do
- Caring - We put people first
- Honest - We act with integrity
- One Team - We achieve more together
- Innovative - We continually improve
- Courageous - We speak up and make a difference
- Equal - We treat everyone with dignity, fairness and respect
Make a Difference in Your Local Community
If you're looking for a role where you can build meaningful relationships, be part of a supportive team and help people live fulfilling, independent lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and start a career where every day makes a positive difference.
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