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:

• £11.44 per hour.
• 29 hours per week. Variable shift pattern – for details, please see what you’ll be doing section.
• Free car parking.
• 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.

Cecil Court is in the heart of Langley Moor village and the property has 18 one-bedroom apartments. We provide specialised support to 18 adults with mental health needs. Our service is recovery focused, empowering the people we support, to progress to living independent lives, within the local community. 

All applicants that rely on public transport must live in the Durham area due to transport issues with start times.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assisting the people, we support to engage in activities within the local community.
• The support we give is focused around boosting morale, increasing levels of existing skills and to support the learning of new skills.
• You will motivate the people we support to rebuild their confidence and assist them to see a bright future for themselves.
• We operate on a person-centred view, and we enjoy taking the lead and hearing ideas from the people we support.
• Variable shift pattern which will include

Week 1:

Mon 9am-10pm and Wed 8am-6pm.

Week 2:

Tue, Wed, Thurs 10am – 7pm and Fri 10am-6pm.  

Week 3:

Mon 9am-10pm and Wed 8am-6pm.

Week 4:

Tue, Wed, Thurs 1pm- 10pm and Fri 2pm -10pm.

Who you are:

• Flexible and open to change.
• Positive with a “can do attitude”.
• Mental Health knowledge is preferred however, not essential as full training will be provided.
• Highly motivated with the ability to encourage others.
• All applicants that rely on public transport must live in the Durham area due to transport issues with start times.

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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