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We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Support Worker
Females only due to service needs.
This position is based at our supported living service in Spondon, where we support two ladies with a range of needs, including learning disabilities, behaviours that are perceived to be challenging, non-verbal communication, and/or autistic spectrum disorders.
Interviews will be held at our other service in Borrowash.
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:
* £12.71 per hour.
* Full time 35 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.
What you’ll be doing:
* Promoting independence with the people we support with all aspects of personal care (verbal prompting), cooking, cleaning, key working, and general life skills.
* In house activities - baking, art/crafts, board games, sensory activities, reading etc.
* Outdoor activities – The people we support enjoy active lifestyles; walking, swimming, golf, pubs, trampolining, lunch out, keeping in touch with families, days out, shopping, etc.
* This role will also involve you attending educational settings with the people we support.
* Will include a variation of shifts including 7 am to 2 pm and 2 pm to 10 pm, and will also require an additional 1 to 2 sleep ins per week (sleep in rate £67 per night).
* Weekend and Bank holiday working will be required.
* Hours worked need to be flexible across a 7 day period.
* Full flexibility is needed.
Who you are:
* Females only due to service needs.
* You will have a minimum of 1 years experience working in a social care setting.
* We are looking for a dedicated, passionate, kind, and caring person that’s willing to participate in the chosen activities of the people we support.
* You will need to be flexible with a ‘can do’ attitude.
* NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care is desirable 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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