40 Social Care jobs in Garstang
Lecturer in Health & Social Care
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Lecturer in Health & Social Care
We are looking to recruit two lecturers on a temporary basis to 30 June 2026.
You will be joining a very supportive team who will make you feel welcome in your new role and support you on your teaching journey.
Post 1:
Lecturer in Health & Social Care
£27,185 - £1,014 per annum gross
Full time 37 hours per week
Post 2:
Hourly Paid Part Time Lecturer in Health & Social Care
£ .36 Per Hour plus .33 Per Hour Holiday Pay
Up to 12 hours per week term time only
The Role
You will be part of a curriculum team, contributing to the growth and development of the Health and Social Care programmes, including teaching vocational and technical qualifications from level one to level three.
What are we looking for.
You should have a relevant level 3 or above qualification and a recognised teaching qualification (or be willing to work towards). You must have experience of teaching Health and Social Care vocational and technical qualifications from level one to three and experience of supporting learners to achieve their qualification with high grades.
CV’s will be accepted for this post. Please follow the job board instructions to apply for the role showing you hold the relevant qualifications and required experience.
Please note that agency CV’s will not be accepted and previous applicants need not apply
Closing Date: 5pm 3 November 2025
What makes us an Employer of choice?
You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:
- Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
- Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
- Family-friendly policies
- Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
- Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
- A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
- Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals
The College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.
Health and Social Care Teacher
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Health and Social Care Teacher
Maternity Cover, Full Time
£32,178 to £9,725 per annum
Do you have a passion for Health and Social Care and other social science subjects? Do you have a degree in a relevant subject? Are you a qualified teacher, or studying to be one? Are you ready to empower the next generation of health and social care heroes?
If you have answered YES to these questions then we would love to hear from you
At Blackpool Sixth we are all about empowering young people and creating a place where learning truly comes to life. We specialise in outstanding 16-19 education, and we are on the lookout for a dedicated Health and Social Care Teacher to join our fabulous team for a period of maternity cover on a full time basis. This is your chance to be part of a vibrant, supportive, and forward-thinking college; now proud members of The Coastal Collaborative Trust. The role will run from the completion of pre-employment checks through to November 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact, whether you're taking your first steps in teaching or looking to elevate your established career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Based in our Social Sciences department you will work closely with others to support your students in achieving their goals and discovering their potential. Our Health and Social Care team is proud of the strong partnerships they've built with local employers and universities; opening doors to real-world experience, expert mentoring, and clear, exciting pathways into higher education and meaningful careers. Together, we create a learning environment where ambition thrives and futures take shape.
A day in your new role could see you:
- Inspiring and motivating students as they explore the diverse and vital world of Health and Social Care
- Crafting and delivering engaging, high-quality lessons that cater to the unique needs and learning styles of every student.
- Collaborating with a dynamic team to develop outstanding schemes of work and enriching resources
- Mentoring and guiding students on their journey to realise their individual goals and future aspirations
- Creating opportunities for work placements and driving professional employability skills to support career progression in the health and social care field
- Opening doors to a range of exciting progression opportunities in the Health and Social Care sector through our collaborative network
Inspire Futures. Shape Lives. Help us grow the next generation of health and care professionals; apply today
Closing date: 30th September 2025
Interviews: 7th October 2025
The benefits
Our people are extremely important to us and we are therefore delighted to provide the following benefits:-
- Cycle to work scheme for contracts over 12 months
- Free use of the college gym
- Education specific learning and development
- Free car parking
- Subsidised Costa Coffee on site and a wide range of catering outlets
- An in house People & Wellbeing site with loads of self-help guidance
- Access to wellbeing and counselling services for you and your family
- Long service awards recognising loyalty and dedication
- Wellbeing day with the full day off for all
- 15 hours of gifted TOIL (pro-rata) to use for flexibility throughout the year
- Family friendly policies to support our staff with parenting and caring responsibilities
- Be yourself; enjoy being part of a culture and community with different backgrounds, interests, faiths and lifestyles
Our commitment to a safe and respectful environment
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive community. We do not tolerate discrimination and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We provide equal access, services, and care regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity/expression/trans status, race, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.
We are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for everyone. This includes a zero-tolerance approach to sexual harassment of any kind. We believe that all individuals deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace and online community free from harassment, intimidation, and discrimination.We encourage open communication, provide clear reporting mechanisms for misconduct, and conduct thorough investigations. We expect everyone interacting with us to uphold these standards.
All staff will be carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures designed to emphasise the college's commitment to safeguarding. All posts, including volunteers, are subject to enhanced DBS clearance. All shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of any criminal record or information that will make them unsuitable to work with children. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn should any information come to light that has not been included in the self-declaration. It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from regulated activity relevant to children, anyone caught doing so will be reported to the police immediately. Please note that we reserve the right to review your online presence in line with keeping children safe in education guidance.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: 2,178.00- 9,725.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Community Home Care Assistant - South Lancaster
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Community Care Assistant at Specialist Care Team - Flexible Full time & Part time staff wanted!
We have been given an exciting opportunity to expand into the South Lancaster area including Galgate and the surrounding areas. Come and join us on this journey!
Weekend rates are paid at £13 per hour. Evening shifts between 7pm - 11pm are paid at £5 per hour. Any hours that fall Monday-Friday 7am-7pm are paid at our normal rate of 2.60 per hour.
Help spread smiles around the area to people who need your help. Our team of community Care Assistants make a difference for those who want to live independently. No previous experience is required, just the right values and passion to do good.
As a member of our community team, you'll make a difference for the people you support by enabling them to live happy lives, while promoting their independence. You will assist people with daily living, from personal care to meeting with friends and family, accessing the local community, budgeting, medications and daily household tasks.
Here's some of the highlights of working at Specialist Care Team . . .
- We pay more – We believe in paying a fair price for an outstanding job from our team members. Our rates start at £12 0 per hour for our community drivers, and they increase if you take on extra responsibilities. Our rates have recently been updated so we now pay more for evenings after 7pm at 5 per hour and weekends at 3 per hour.
- Flexible working – Whether you have regular driving lessons, play badminton on a Thursday night or need to look after a family member, we understand you may have commitments elsewhere and will always aim to have a flexible approach to your availability. For our full time colleagues we also offer a protected regular day off in the week to allow you to plan things.
- Guaranteed contract hours – We don't believe in offering 'zero hour' contracts as standard – all of our team members have a guaranteed number of hours each week, which can range anywhere from 8-40 hours depending on whether you want to work part- or full-time. All our shifts are full and have no rota gaps that you see in other care companies.
- Going the extra mile – If you need to travel between clients mileage is paid at 40p per mile when using your own vehicle.
- Investing in you – You need the best tools to carry out a high level of care, and that's why you'll be fully-trained by our in-house team and members of our community team are given a work mobile phone so you can perform to the best of your ability.
- Other Benefits - Workplace Pension, free uniform, free DBS, no rota gaps as well as early access same day pay.
What we need from you:
Everyone working in social care needs a good standard of English, as well as numeracy and digital skills. You will need to enjoy working in a team and you need to be good at problem solving.
Additional skills required to be join our team include:
- The ability to be organised
- Good listening and communication skills
- To understand and follow policies and procedures
- Good writing skills to fill in records
- A driving licence and a vehicle is necessary
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today.
Support Worker
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Join our dynamic team where your energy and resourcefulness will shine! We're on the lookout for enthusiastic, motivated individuals who are ready to make a real difference to the lives of tenants with learning disabilities and autism in Ulverston. As part of our friendly team, you'll be at the heart of delivering person-centred care, helping tenants engage in daily life and enjoy a wide array of .
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Support Worker
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? Support Worker Wanted Be the Difference in Someone's Everyday Life ? Ready to make a real impact while supporting someone's journey toward independence? We're Active Care Group , one of the UK's leading providers of complex care, and we're looking for a dedicated Support Worker to join our friendly team in Sowerby .You'll be working closely with one incredible client helping them regain independence, achieve daily goals, and enjoy life to the fullest.? The Role at a Glance
- Full-time 38 hours/week Shifts: Monday to Friday: 7am7pmWeekends: 8am12pm
- Daily exercise and walking/standing practice around the homeWeekly physio appointmentsPool-based hydrotherapy (you'll be in the water too!)Everyday tasks like cooking, cleaning, and staying activeWalking the dog and getting out and aboutMemory prompts and gentle reminders throughout the day
- A full UK driver's licence (essential for getting to appointments)Someone kind, reliable, and naturally caringGreat communication and a calm, flexible attitudeConfidence working independently (you'll often be lone working)
- Up to £14/hour (rate depends on experience & qualifications)Holiday pay and Nest pension plan Full specialist training providedActive Awards to celebrate your hard workRefer a Friend scheme earn up to £1,500!Support from a team that genuinely cares about your wellbeing and growth
Support Worker
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Come and join one of the UK's largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
We'd like you to join us as a Support Worker at our service Bilberry Lodge in Lancashire.
Bilberry Lodge is a specialist residential service providing rehabilitation, care and support to vulnerable women with complex mental health issues.
Purposefully small Bilberry Lodge has capacity for up to 6 female residents, allowing for a calm, relaxing environment.
What you'll be working:
- Full time hours - 37.5 hours per week
- Long days including evenings and weekends.
- 12.5 hour shifts.
What you'll be doing:
- Build relationships with the people we support, which are open and two way
- Support to undertake their rehabilitation programme
- Establish methods of communication with the people we support, reducing barriers when necessary
- Support with activities of daily living and personal care when needed
- Communicate any issues to the clinical team
- Accurately report and/or record work activities
What you'll have:
- A genuine interest in providing the best person centre care possible
- The ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Experience working within the care sector / mental health would be an advantage but not essential
- Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS
We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer.
What to look forward to:
- 25 days plus bank holidaysBirthday offJoin the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunitiesActive Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shopFree 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer adviceA Nest Personal Pension accountAccess to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticiansWe recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programmeEnhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefitsRefer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1000 by recommending someone you knowand, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Pastoral Support Worker
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We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance!
Job Title: Pastoral Support Worker
Location: Belmont Secondary School, Rawtenstall, BB4 6RX
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start : December 2025
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
Make a Real Difference Every Day
At Belmont Secondary School, we’re passionate about changing lives. Our pupils have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and every day brings the opportunity to help them build confidence, develop resilience, and discover their potential.
This is a chance to join a dedicated and caring team where every small success matters, and where your support can make a lasting, life-changing difference.
About the Role
Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives? Do you have the drive to support pupils through challenges, celebrate their wins, and help them thrive socially, emotionally, and academically?
We’re on the lookout for a dedicated, energetic, and compassionate Pastoral Support Worker to join our dynamic team and be a key player in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and empowering school environment.
Your Role:
You’ll provide pastoral and emotional support to pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning and thrive both in and out of the classroom.
Working closely with teachers, parents and external agencies, you’ll model positive behaviour, encourage inclusion and wellbeing, and be a visible, supportive presence throughout the school day.
From small-group sessions to enrichment activities and day-to-day mentoring, every moment you spend will help our pupils build confidence and resilience.
Who We’re Looking For:
You’ll be a calm, caring and proactive team player with great communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting young people.
- GCSEs Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
- Full UK driving licence
- Experience in pastoral support, youth work or education (desirable)
- Understanding of SEMH needs and positive behaviour strategies (desirable)
About the School
Belmont Secondary is an independent, specialist day school for boys 11 to 18, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs. Our dedicated team, work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.
We’re proud to nurture aspiration and build confidence — helping our pupils progress both academically and socially, and to take pride in their achievements.
Located in Rawtenstall, our school is easily commutable from Bury, Burnley and surrounding areas .
Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Why join Acorn Education?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
- A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
- 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
- Cycle to Work Schemes
- Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
- *4-Day Working Week – enjoy a better work-life balance (terms and conditions apply )
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
At Outcomes First Group, we put people first — pupils and colleagues alike.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4-Day Working Week (4DWW), with others preparing to roll it out soon. There’s never been a better time to join #TeamOFG — and help create brighter futures, one child at a time.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .
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Support Worker Needed
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We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care and support to an individual in the comfort of their home.
Duties
- Provide direct support to clients in daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Assist with medication administration as per prescribed guidelines.
- Engage in behaviour management techniques to support clients with challenging behaviours.
- Offer specialised care for individuals with dementia, ensuring their needs are met with empathy and understanding.
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements.
- Deliver personal care services, including bathing, dressing, and grooming assistance.
- Maintain accurate records of client progress and report any changes in health or behaviour to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Foster a supportive and nurturing environment that promotes independence and dignity for all clients.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Support Worker.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £12.82-£15.00 per hour
Language:
- English (required)
Work Location: In person
Theatre Support Worker
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We are looking for Theatre Support workers to join our amazing team at Royal Preston Hospital. Our Theatre support workers play an essential role in the smooth running of our theatres and help us maintain high quality patient care in an environment which is clean & safe.
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our theatre team within Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust. There will be a rotation of shifts including nights and weekends.
You will be responsible for supporting your team in achieving the highest standards of patient care and as a valued team member you will demonstrate commitment to the role.
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Theatre Support Worker
Theatre support workers are part of our operating team who support the theatre staff. Participate as a member of the circulating team to assist the scrub practitioner during surgery and are reassuring for patients, who may be anxious about going into the operating theatre.
You will need a supportive & flexible approach to service delivery and participate in the movement of clean/dirty instrumentation throughout the theatre complex.
We are looking for a flexible team player with good communication skills and the ability to demonstrate and promote our Trust Values.
In return we offer in house training and a friendly and supportive environment in one of the largest and highest performing Trust's in the country.
We have 1000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.
Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.
You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.
You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.
Provide good quality personalised care throughout their peri-operative journey in accordance with agreed local and national standards.
Assist in the positioning of patients in theatre before surgery and in the recovery area, ensuring that pressure areas are protected adequately and that patient comfort maintained.
Handle and store patient specimens safely, complying with Trust policy.
Assist to maintain patient safety, conforming to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
Proactively engages in the Trust safety agenda.
Contribute to maintaining safe, clean and productive care environment, compliant with standards for hygiene and cleanliness.
Communicate and document information in a timely and appropriate manner.
***Unfortunately we cannot accept those who need sponsorship to work in this role ***
Relief Support Worker
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We are looking for a compassionate, positive and creative individual to join our supportive and dedicated team at our supported living service in Barrow, Cumbria.
We would love to hear from people who have the genuine passion and drive to want to make a positive difference in people's lives who have learning disabilities and mental health support needs. The successful candidate will be supporting i.
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