Join us as an assistant

In a world that rewards success and winning, L'Arche communities are places where people with and without learning disabilities can take time to explore who they are, not just what they can do. L'Arche London is a place of welcome and belonging where everyone is transformed by the experience of community, relationship, disability and difference.

We believe that as we live our ordinary moments together in community we experience something extraordinary and develop long lasting relationships.

"L'Arche gave me the opportunity to grow more than I ever thought I could."
Lydia, L'Arche London Assistant

People choose to join L'Arche as a support worker for people with learning disabilities (we say 'assistants') for a variety of reasons. You might be looking for a career break or a career change, wanting to give your life new meaning. You might come to L'Arche to learn or develop new skills and attitudes to people with learning disabilities or you might be a care professional seeking a new context and deeper meaning in your work.

"At L'Arche there is always room at the table..."
Richard, L'Arche London Community Member

There are several ways to work in a L’Arche community; either as a Residential/Live-in Assistant, a Non-residential/Live-out Assistant or if you want to work more flexibly as a Relief Assistant.

We are an inclusive Christian community, welcoming people of all faiths and none, from all around the world. Our training and personal development programme includes opportunities for reflection, mentoring and care qualifications.

Excellence in care and a commitment to living in community is what makes us unique. We are a high quality care and support provider, regulated by the Care Quality Commission in England & Wales.

Whatever your stage of life, whatever your background and experience follow the links below to find out more:

Residential/Live-in Assistant

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Full training, accommodation and housing expenses, food and a monthly living allowance are provided. These roles are open to UK, EU citizens and we are able to sponsor a Tier 5 Volunteer Charity Worker Visa for international applicants.

Non-residential/Live-out Assistant

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These roles are open to UK and EU citizens and those who already have permission to work in the UK.

Relief assistants

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These roles are open to UK and EU citizens and those who already have permission to work in the UK.

Send your application form to [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you.

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Hello friends,

On the afternoon of Saturday 5th October, I am walking with my friends Jack and Veronica and the L'Arche Community in London, from St Paul's Cathedral to Lambeth Palace. May not seem like far to you, but for us that is a pretty good walk. Together, we want to raise money for L'Arche Communities in parts of the world where there is no public funding. Do join us on the walk! And please sponsor us.