Senior Support Worker

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Development Role.

Are you an experienced Senior Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for supporting adults with learning disabilities, and the drive to develop your leadership skills? If so, this development role could be your perfect opportunity.

We are offering a structured development post designed to support your progression from Senior Support Worker to being able to apply for a management post at Potens within our Adult Learning Disabilities services. You’ll work closely with the Home Manager and leadership team to develop the skills, confidence, and qualifications needed to step up into a management position.

Larwood House, located in Kirkby in Ashfield, is a registered residential care home for up to 9 adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.

What we’ll give you:

We will ensure you are rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• £13.10 per hour.
• 42 Hours per week.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7.
• Paid comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future, including internal leadership competency sessions and recognised qualifications (level 2 to level 5 NVQ in Health & Social Care).
• New to care? You can complete your Care Certificate with us.
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
• A generous referral scheme.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading shifts and supporting staff teams.
• Promoting person-centred care and ensuring the highest quality of support.
• Contributing to care planning, reviews, and safeguarding.
• Building strong relationships with families, professionals, and the wider community.
• Developing your knowledge of management, compliance, and quality assurance standards.
• Shifts will include, 7 am to 2 pm, 2 pm to 9 pm and waking nights 9 pm to 7 am. Weekend and bank holiday working is required.

Who you are:

• You hold (or will be working toward) NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care.
• Have experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and a genuine commitment to person-centred practice.
• You will be confident leading shifts and supporting colleagues.
• You are able to work on your own initiative.
• You demonstrate strong communication, organisational, and record keeping skills.
• You will be flexible, resilient, and enthusiastic about continuous learning.
• Drivers preferred but not essential.

Who we are:

We are a national provider of health, social, and education services with over 35 years’ experience. Our employees are the driving force behind the fantastic care and support being delivered to hundreds of adults and children across the UK. Our teams are purposeful, positive, and progressive. They work hard to empower the people we support to have a voice, achieve their goals, and change their lives. We are always looking for committed, pro-active and passionate people to join us and create even more opportunities for the people we support. Join our team and have the satisfaction of knowing you’ve changed someone’s life and, in return for your hard work and passion we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.

Safeguarding

Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks prior to appointment; including but not exhaustive; enhanced DBS, and a minimum of two satisfactory references. Our checks will be service and role specific and can be discussed pre application if required. To view our policy on recruitment of ex-offenders please see full details Potens-Recruitment-Ex-Offenders-Policy.doc (live.com)

Diversity

We champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our teams representing the communities and people we support. Here at Potens, you’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live independently, healthier, happier lives and doing our part to make a better working environment where all feel welcome and supported.

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