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The best way to get to know us and the difference we make is through the countless stories of life-changing relationships in L'Arche between people with and without disabilities. These encounters and friendships are at the heart of our model of individual and societal transformation. 

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A tribute to Tim Hollis

A tribute to Tim Hollis

A cherished member of our community, Tim, died on 28th July 2022. He was a pillar of L'Arche in its founding years and his legacy continues to this day. Read more

Published: 3rd August, 2022

Updated: 5th August, 2022

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

1,000 miles for L'Arche Ukraine

1,000 miles for L'Arche Ukraine

Tim Chapman cycled from Land's End to John O'Groats to raise vital funds to support some of the most vulnerable people impacted by the war. Read more

Published: 27th July, 2022

Updated: 3rd August, 2022

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

38 Embassy Challenge

38 Embassy Challenge

A team of four challengers – John, Laura, Hazel and Lucy – met up 7 am at the USA Embassy in London to start a long day of walking with an aim to visit 38 Embassies in one day! Read more

Published: 26th July, 2022

Updated: 27th July, 2022

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

Supporting accessibility at Big Church Festival

Supporting accessibility at Big Church Festival

Over the June bank holiday weekend, 20 brilliant folk headed to the Big Church Festival where they proudly supported the festival’s first-ever Accessibility Team! Read more

Published: 27th June, 2022

Updated: 27th July, 2022

Author: Jarek Maciejowski

"My name on the door by the Professor's name"

Together with his team, Richard published a paper which explores the advantages of hiring people with learning disabilities and to what extent university's recruitment procedures are accessible to those with learning disabilities. Read more

Published: 16th June, 2022

Updated: 20th June, 2022

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

Prizes up for grabs!

Prizes up for grabs!

If you need an extra incentive to fundraise for us, we have a load of goody bags full of L'Arche treats to give away. Check them out! Read more

Published: 8th June, 2022

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

"It’s a miracle I’m here"

Igor had to leave Donbas in Ukraine which is now being bombed by the Russians. But he found peace, respect and sincere love in the L'Arche Poznan Community in Poland where he is now. Read more

Published: 2nd May, 2022

Updated: 5th August, 2022

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

"I feel really looked after and supported"

Watch Dom describe the small acts of kindness shown by people with and without learning disabilities who gave his family love and support after the birth of his son. Read more

Published: 11th April, 2022

Updated: 2nd May, 2022

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

“We comforted each other and cheered each other up”

“We comforted each other and cheered each other up”

Watch Matthew and Andrew tell a story of how they looked out for each other during the hard months of lockdown. Read more

Published: 5th April, 2022

Updated: 2nd May, 2022

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

Real Living Wage announcement

Real Living Wage announcement

From 1st April 2022, a live-out support assistant working for L’Arche will earn £10 per hour in England and Wales, £10.50 per hour in Scotland and £11.05 in London. Read more

Published: 1st April, 2022

Updated: 2nd May, 2022

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

“I am part of something bigger than myself”

“I am part of something bigger than myself”

Listen to Lucy, the Community Leader in L'Arche London, tell a story of how the Community cared for her during a recent bout of sickness. Read more

Published: 29th March, 2022

Updated: 2nd May, 2022

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

Down’s syndrome and disability discrimination

Down’s syndrome and disability discrimination

Every human life is full of grace, challenge and fun. Read this article about Jonathan from L'Arche Edinburgh to find out why the life of a man with Down's syndrome is no exception. Read more

Published: 21st March, 2022

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

House Leader stories

House Leader stories

Get to know some of the House Leaders up and down the UK. What challenges do they face in their role? What brings them life and joy working with people with learning disabilities? Read more

Published: 5th January, 2022

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

L'Arche Assistant Induction Programme receives an award

L'Arche Assistant Induction Programme receives an award

L'Arche Assistant Induction programme receives Adult Social Care Award for Excellence. Watch this video to learn from L'Arche members what the programme is all about and why it is so important. Read more

Published: 7th December, 2021

Updated: 6th January, 2022

Author: Jarek Maciejowski

In L'Arche, We Remember

In L'Arche, We Remember

Read about a celebration of the life of a wonderful woman Denise and the invitation to her funeral to dress as if coming to a wedding. Read more

Published: 10th November, 2021

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

Craftivism for climate

Craftivism for climate

Communities across UK took part in the #CanaryCraftivists project as the COP26 conference takes place in Glasgow. Find out what our members handcrafted and what kind of goods L'Arche Community in Kent were selling at the Eco Fayre last weekend. Read more

Published: 27th October, 2021

Updated: 3rd November, 2021

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

London Marathon 2021

London Marathon 2021

London Marathon is the most popular marathon on the planet with a world record of more than 450,000 people applying for a place through the ballot. This year we had 6 runners in Team L'Arche. If you want to be our next athlete - apply now! Read more

Published: 8th October, 2021

Updated: 19th October, 2021

Author: Monika Uboreviciute

One Wild Weekend!

One Wild Weekend!

L’Arche Nottingham hosted their very own HopeFest with camping, yo-dancing, creative craftivism and more! Check out Jarek's video report to see what else they got up to. Read more

Published: 23rd September, 2021

Updated: 24th September, 2021

Author: Jarek Maciejowski

Be part of something extraordinary!

Be part of something extraordinary!

''I’ve seen how people with disability often get the worst of it... but I’ve also seen how, when people in L’Arche come together, something extraordinary happens''. Watch the video to find out what John witnessed in our Communities! Read more

Published: 20th September, 2021

Updated: 23rd September, 2021

Author: Jarek Maciejowski

Our commitment to fighting health inequality post-Covid

Our commitment to fighting health inequality post-Covid

It’s always been the case that for people with learning disabilities, if they end up in hospital the outcome will be worse. John Casson tells us that L’Arche can be the vehicle for wider social change. Read more

Published: 17th March, 2021

Updated: 29th June, 2021

Author: Jarek Maciejowski

L’Arche UK appoints a new National Leader

L’Arche UK appoints a new National Leader

In January 2021, we welcomed John Casson, CMG as our new National Leader. Read more about John's appointment and his early impressions of L'Arche. Read more

Published: 13th January, 2021

Updated: 1st April, 2021

Author: Jarek Maciejowski

A Digital December!

A Digital December!

Lip sync battles and advent calendars... keep up to date with L'Arche's digital activity this Christmas! Read more

Published: 2nd December, 2020

Updated: 1st November, 2021

Author: Cate Green

Rebound Books: A Community adapting through Covid

Rebound Books: A Community adapting through Covid

L'Arche Brecon's project 'Rebound Books' has been creating beautiful items from discarded books for the past decade. When Covid-19 hit, they decided to adapt the way they work. Read about how they gave back through the global pandemic. Read more

Published: 24th October, 2020

Author: Cate Green

Diary of a new assistant: Monika

Diary of a new assistant: Monika

Monika joined L'Arche Edinburgh in June, during the first Scottish lockdown. Here, she journals her first few months as a new assistant in community. Read more

Published: 8th October, 2020

Updated: 15th October, 2020

Author: Cate Green

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  • A tribute to Tim Hollis

    A tribute to Tim Hollis

    A cherished member of our community, Tim, died on 28th July 2022. He was a pillar of L'Arche in its founding years and his legacy continues to this day.

  • Volunteer Officer, L'Arche Ipswich

    Volunteer Officer, L'Arche Ipswich

    Ipswich Community is looking for a Volunteer Officer to work 16 hours per week. Closing date for applications 18th August.

  • 1,000 miles for L'Arche Ukraine

    1,000 miles for L'Arche Ukraine

    Tim Chapman cycled from Land's End to John O'Groats to raise vital funds to support some of the most vulnerable people impacted by the war.

  • 38 Embassy Challenge

    38 Embassy Challenge

    A team of four challengers – John, Laura, Hazel and Lucy – met up 7 am at the USA Embassy in London to start a long day of walking with an aim to visit 38 Embassies in one day!

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  • International Applicants

    International Applicants

    The Youth Mobility Scheme is an option to consider for anyone who wishes to travel to the UK to work for L'Arche. If you are not eligible for this visa, you can apply for the Tier 5 Temporary Charity Worker visa. Read here for more information and to find out if you're eligible.

  • Live-In Assistants at L'Arche

    Live-In Assistants at L'Arche

    Life as a live-in assistant at L'Arche is so much more than a care role. It's an experience that will shape you through life in an intentional community of people with and without learning disabilities. Apply today and start your journey of a lifetime.

  • L'Arche needs you!

    L'Arche needs you!

    Do you like fixing furniture? Baking? Playing games? Gardening? L'Arche is a place where you can bring any skill or passion you have and share it in a community setting. Make a difference by volunteering at L'Arche!

  • L'Arche in the UK

    L'Arche in the UK

    Each of the 11 Communities celebrate people with learning disability and foster circles of support around them, focusing on building relationships and creating a culture of belonging.

  • Applicants from the UK

    Applicants from the UK

  • Support Worker, L'Arche Preston

    Support Worker, L'Arche Preston

    Full-time and part-time permanent positions available with hours varying between 25 to 40 per week. Starting salary £10.00 per hour.

  • Care Assistant, L'Arche Ipswich

    Care Assistant, L'Arche Ipswich

    Join a values-led organisation and make a real difference to the lives of some of the most vulnerable in our society in the face of the global pandemic, learn transferable skills and participate in an integrated training and personal development programme.

  • What happens next with my application?

    What happens next with my application?

  • Support Worker (Support Assistant), L'Arche Kent

    Support Worker (Support Assistant), L'Arche Kent

    Join a values-led organisation and make a real difference to the lives of some of the most vulnerable in our society in the face of the global pandemic, learn transferable skills and participate in an integrated training and personal development programme.

  • FAQs for Live-In Assistants

    FAQs for Live-In Assistants

    What is it like to be a live-in care support assistant for people with learning disabilities? What qualifications do you need to work in care? How important is spirituality in L'Arche? All your questions are answered here!

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