Support Worker
We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Support Worker.
This is a full-time position based in Reading, where we have a residential home for 7 adults with complex physical, medical, and learning needs and a supported living service for 5 adults with learning disabilities. The people who live with us need full support in all aspects of their lives. The level of care we provide and the outcomes for those who live with us are outstanding.
The position will involve working across both of our services as needed.
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:
- £12.21 per hour.
- 36.25 hours per week. Shifts will include early, late, and sleep-ins. Weekend working and bank holiday working is required.
- Working alternate weekends.
- 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:
- All aspects of personal care, feeding, cooking, some cleaning, and key working.
- In-house activities - baking, art/crafts, board games, sensory, reading etc.
- Outdoor activities – Clubs, pubs, lunch out, keeping in touch with families, swimming, holidays, shopping, and planning.
- Lone working may be required.
- You will need to be able to work the following shifts - Early 7.30 am to 2.45 pm, late 2.15 pm to 9:30 pm. Shift times may change to suit the needs of the people we support. -
- This will involve working across our two services as needed.
Who you are:
- We are looking for a dedicated, passionate, kind, and caring person to join our team.
- You will need to be flexible with a ‘can do’ attitude.
- Drivers preferred.
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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