Support Worker

We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for Support Worker.

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 which includes but is not limited to:

• £12.50 per hour.
• Part time 28 hours or 21 hours per week. Shifts will include 8am to 3pm and 3pm to 10pm. Working alternate weekends. Bank holiday working is also required.
• An extra day paid holiday for your Birthday.
• 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.

Here at Oakleigh, we provide residential care for up to 11 adults that have a range of needs including learning difficulties, mental health needs, autism and some behaviours perceived to be challenging. We are located within the seaside town of Dawlish.

What you’ll be doing:

• Part time 28 hours or 21 hours per week. Shifts will include 8am to 3pm and 3pm to 10pm. Working alternate weekends. Bank holiday working is also required.
• There is very little personal care required, the people we support mostly require prompting and guiding.
• Supporting our residents with their daily practical activities, shopping, food preparation, support with cooking, cleaning and laundry etc.
• Supporting with accessing the community and taking part in a range of activities including walking, swimming, theatre and cinema trips, day trips out and attending music events.

Who you are:

• Whether new to the role or an existing support worker our training package means we can get you up to speed with the standard of care we deliver and using our buddy system there’s always someone about to listen and support you as you train.
• You will have a great sense of humour, be understanding and patient.
• Flexible with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• A motivated team player.

Who we are:

We are a national provider of health, social and education services with over 30 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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