Support Worker

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

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.

Parkview is a 9-bed residential service located in Salford, facing Buile Hill Park. We provide support for adults with complex Mental Health needs, requiring support to live as independently as possible.

Parkview is a large, spacious detached house with spacious communal areas. All communal areas can be accessed by residents along with their relatives and friends.

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:

• £13.00 per hour
• 32 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:

• Supporting individuals with their personal, physical, and emotional needs throughout the night.
• Completion of nightly duties, including domestic and administrative tasks.
• Taking part in the chosen activities of the people we support.
• Undertaking training online and face-to-face where necessary.
• Personal care.
• Alongside days and evenings, Waking nights, weekends, and Bank holiday working is required within the shift pattern,

Who you are:

• Shifts can change to suit the needs of the people we support, so flexibility is a must.
• The successful candidate will have the aptitude, desire, and commitment to work in social care with adults with a variety of needs.
• Flexible with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Motivated and a team player.
• Experience working in a social care setting supporting adults with mental health needs is 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 promoting the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks before appointment, including, but not limited to, 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. 

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 the same purpose drives everyone – 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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