We’re buzzing to be at the 18-30 Jobs Fair at Manchester Cathedral today!![]()
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If you’re around, come and have a chat with James our Head of Recruitment about what it’s like to work with us here at David Lewis, based at SK9 7UD.![]()
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We’ve got brilliant opportunities, a genuinely lovely team, and we’re proud to offer Real Living Wage roles. Whether you’re actively job‑hunting or just curious about what’s out there, swing by for a chat — We’d love to meet you!![]()
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“Great Support Deserves Great Pay: £13.46 per Hour for Support Workers & LSAs at David Lewis from April”![]()
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From April, we’re increasing our pay for the incredible people who support the individuals at the heart of everything we do here at David Lewis.![]()
Our new starting rate will be £13.46 per hour for both Support Workers and Learning Support Assistants (LSAs).![]()
This change reflects our ongoing commitment to recognising the skill, compassion and dedication it takes to support the people who live, learn and thrive within our community.![]()
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But we’re not stopping there… we’re growing.![]()
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We’re currently looking for Support Workers and experienced Learning Support Assistants to join our amazing teams. If you want a role where you can genuinely make a difference every day — helping the people we support live meaningful, fulfilling lives — we’d love to hear from you.![]()
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Explore our current opportunities:![]()
careerssearch.davidlewis.org.uk/![]()
Or if you’d like an informal chat, you can contact our Head of Recruitment, James Entwistle, at:![]()
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At David Lewis, the people we support will always be at the heart of what we do — and that starts with recruiting and valuing the right people to support them.![]()
Please feel free to share this post to help us find more brilliant people to join our community. 💙
Happy International Women’s Day! 🌟 Today, we celebrate the incredible women we support at David Lewis, as well as the amazing mothers, sisters, daughters, families, and dedicated staff who inspire us every day. Your strength, compassion, and achievements make our community brighter and stronger. Thank you for everything you do!
Happy International Women’s Day! 🌟 Today, we celebrate the incredible women we support at David Lewis, as well as the amazing mothers, sisters, daughters, families, and dedicated staff who inspire us every day. Your strength, compassion, and achievements make our community brighter and stronger. Thank you for everything you do!
Today, we were honoured to welcome The Rt Rev. the Lord Bishop of Chester, Mark Tanner, and Rev Fiona Robinson back to David Lewis.![]()
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Our Chief Executive, John Heritage, and Head of School, Kate Tierney, showed them around our School and site at Warford.![]()
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“It was wonderful to see Bishop Mark and Rev Robinson again and update them about developments since their last visit. We discussed changes and developments specialist education including how our model of care is positively impacting on the way we deliver our services"![]()
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Diocese of Chester
We were delighted to welcome David Lewis’s two Ambassadors, Kelvin and Liz Fletcher back to David Lewis’s Warford site last week to see at first-hand the progress we are making with our plans to create new homes for the people we support. ![]()
During their visit Kevlin and Liz met with some of our fabulous staff team and the people they support. They also met with our Chief Executive, John Heritage; Trustee, Paul Brearley, Head of Fundraising Sarah Johnson; and Capital Projects Manager, Paul Craven to hear more about the plans for the new homes that are being built and the longer-term transformation plans! ![]()
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John Heritage said “It was lovely to have Kelvin and Liz with us last week. They are really great supporters of our work, shining a light on the work we do, providing opportunities for the people we support to do work experience on their farm and helping us raise our profile, as well as supporting events we have. We were also delighted to receive a donation of £450 from a recent event they held at their farm. Last week was special for another reason too, it also marked Liz’s first engagement as an ambassador for our charity”
🌸✨ Sometimes, the best adventures are just a stroll around the local garden centre with some tea and cake in hand! ☕🍰 Check out our fabulous residents soaking up the joy of simple pleasures. 💚
Meet Ben!![]()
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Ben is one of our many staff members taking on the Wilmslow Running Festival this year and we are so happy to see the hard work they have all put in. ![]()
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In this video Ben shares his feelings about David Lewis and why he has chosen to take part.![]()
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We are so proud to be the headline charity sponsor for the Wilmslow Running Festival this year and are looking forward to a fantastic race day!![]()
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👉 Support our staff to reach their fundraising goal here: ow.ly/ntnw50YhFVk![]()
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👉 Take part in our fundraising here: ow.ly/eRRw50YhFVn![]()
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Let’s cheer on all our runners together!🏃♂️
🎉✨ Happy Retirement, Dawn! 🎉✨ After 15 incredible years at David Lewis, you’ve touched so many lives with your kindness and support. We celebrated Dawn over afternoon tea with the amazing folks on Meadows. ☕![]()
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❤️ Thank you for everything—your legacy will shine on! 🌟 Wishing you all the best in this new chapter! We can't wait to see what’s next for you!
Love is at the heart of everything we do. When you sponsor an animal at Top Farm, you’re not only caring for our animals but supporting the amazing individuals who lovingly look after them day in, day out.![]()
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Through the Animal Sponsorship Programme, you’ll get exclusive updates and gifts uniquely created by the people we support. Give a gift that touches hearts this Valentine’s Day. 💕![]()
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Become a Valentine here :https://ow.ly/ofOV50Yfakg![]()
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David Lewis provides outstanding education, residential, day opportunities, medical and therapeutic support for people with learning disabilities, epilepsy and autism.
David Lewis – an Employer of Choice
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Why choose David Lewis?
We differentiate ourselves through the quality of our staff, our specialist facilities and the range of treatments and therapies that we deliver.
Meet the Executive Team
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What is happening?
Here’s a selection of the latest news stories around David Lewis
Mayor of Cheshire East Launches David Lewis Creative Hub Website
The Creative Hub is a new online platform created by David Lewis, Day Opportunities.
Mayor of Cheshire East, Councillor David Edwardes, Paul Brearley, JP, DL, Donna Howarth, Amy Williams, Ron Tse, Bradley (someone we support), Rassan (someone we support) and Millie (someone we support)
Inspiring Success: David Lewis Charity Breaks Barriers and Opens Doors to Career Opportunities for All
David Lewis expands a successful work experience programme for individuals with complex needs in partnership with local businesses, AstraZeneca and Sodexo.
Based in Cheshire East, the charity offers a variety of services to support young people and adults with learning disabilities, epilepsy, and autism. Their person-centred approach aims to empower individuals to live independently and fulfil their potential, emphasising inclusivity and well-being through innovative programmes and collaborative partnerships.
Royal Visit Celebrates important new development at David Lewis in its 120th year: Empowering Lives, Inspiring Futures
David Lewis in Alderley Edge, Cheshire, received a special visit from its Patron today, Her Royal Highness (HRH) The Duchess of Edinburgh, on a day that marked a significant milestones for the charity. As part of her visit, the Duchess officially opened a new College building, providing additional space for our already established college to provide comprehensive and person centred special education for young people with special educational needs aged 19 upwards, empowering them to reach their full potential and strive towards their aspirations.
Explore David Lewis, located in the heart of Cheshire
Witness the captivating views and serene surroundings in this stunning drone footage.
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Mary Scott
Founder & CEO
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Founder & CEO
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Founder & CEO
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