# Care Support Assistant > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for YOURLIFEYOURWAY. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/care-support-assistant/9827c971-f5fa-48f3-b792-8b2a99fa3ace - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/care-support-assistant/9827c971-f5fa-48f3-b792-8b2a99fa3ace.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** YOURLIFEYOURWAY - **Location:** Colne, Lancashire, BB8 0QT, United Kingdom - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Care support worker - **Salary:** £14.00 - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Part-time - **Closing date:** 2026-10-29T23:59:59.999Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-08T08:45:34.339Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/L0091-26-0124 - **Application URL:** https://careers.ylyw.org.uk/Apply/WUx298d3ZVyBBcHBsaWNhdGlvbiBGb3JtfDEwMnw5NDk4NjF8MXx8RmFsc2V8MjIwMnw1MjcyMTI5fDA%3d?i=H1f86tilPQY%3d - **Employer website:** https://ylyw.org.uk/ ## Job Content ### Job summary Are you caring, compassionate and motivated to make a positive difference to someone’s life? Your Life Your Way is looking for a Care Support Assistant to support a person based in Colne This is a rewarding role where you will provide person-centred support, promote independence, and help the person live the life they choose. Full training will be provided before you start work, with ongoing support from the wider team. Hours: 24 hours Shift pattern: 2 x waking nights per week 8pm until 8am Week 1 Saturday and Sunday Week 2 Wednesday and Thursday ### Main duties of the job Full assistance with all aspects of daily living – includes personal care, meal preparation, eating & drinking, maintaining the home environment, maintaining safety, social activities both in & out the house, toileting, high sensory needs which includes the need for a bath several times per day, time in sensory room, and other interventions. The client enjoys to go out with staff to a variety of places, local cafes, farms, parks. The client would like to start experiencing new activities too such as dancing and trampolining. ### About us At Your Life Your Way, we empower people to live independently, whether at home or in supported accommodation. Since 2010, our trusted team has delivered compassionate, high quality support tailored to each individual’s needs. Person-centred care is very important to us here at Your Life Your Way and you will have the opportunity to meet our client during the recruitment process. Your Life Your Way is committed to a Safer Recruitment Process to protect the individuals we support. All roles are subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check and references. A good standard of spoken and written English is essential. We offer excellent benefits such as: Full training Confidential employee assistance helpline Opportunity to gain qualification in Health and Social Care Refer a friend scheme Online employee portal - where information and self-service is available Employee feedback surveys and recognition We will pay for your DBS and reimburse any DBS update service renewals. You’ll spend your whole shift with one person, no travelling between sites. If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Care Support Assistant and make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you ### Details - Date posted: 08 October 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £14 an hour - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Part-time - Reference number: FD1681500ColCSA - Job locations: Colne, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 0QT, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities At Your Life Your Way, we empower people to live independently, whether at home or in supported accommodation. Since 2010, our trusted team has delivered compassionate, highquality support tailored to each individual’s needs. Are you caring, compassionate, and looking to make a real difference in someone’s life? Then come and join us in a rewarding career as a Care Support Assistant. We are currently seeking a Care Support Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team, supporting a female client with a Learning Disability and Sensory needs, based in Colne. What We Offer - Paid annual holiday leave - Pension scheme entitlement - Full induction and ongoing training - Confidential employee assistance helpline - Opportunities to gain qualifications in Health and Social Care - Career progression pathways - Blue Light membership with discounts from 15,000+ brands - We pay for your DBS certificate and reimburse you for the Update Service - Refer-a-friend bonus scheme - Online employee portal for easy access to information - Employee feedback surveys and staff recognition - You’ll spend your whole shift with one person, no travelling between sites, just focused, meaningful support. About the Role As a Care Support Assistant, you will receive full training to help you thrive in your role and gain confidence in providing quality care. After training is completed, you will receive a competitive rate of pay of £14.75 per hour. This position is for 24 hours per week and includes, 2X waking nights per week. Your Responsibilities as a Care Support Assistant - Support our client with her personal care needs and toileting needs - Assisting clients in their daily routines, encouraging independence wherever possible - Providing companionship and emotional support - Helping with household tasks and meal preparation - Supporting clients to attend appointments and community activities - Administering medication when required What We’re Looking For To be successful as a Care Support Assistant, you’ll need: - A caring and empathetic nature - Good communication skills - A genuine desire to support others - Basic IT and record-keeping skills - A full UK driving licence is advantageous - Previous experience is helpful but not essential – full training provided Additional Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, with documentation valid for at least 12 months, to ensure continuity of care for the person we support. If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Care Support Assistant and make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you! To apply to become our Care Support Assistant, please complete our short application form and upload your CV via our website https://careers.ylyw.org.uk/ ## Person Specification ### Care Support Worker **Essential** - Previous care experience **Desirable** - Previous experience in working nights - Full UK driving licence ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.