Support Worker
We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Support Worker.
Males only due to the needs of the service.
however, interviews will be held at our service in Bury.
Arbury House is a Supported Living Service designed to support people with learning disabilities and/or autism to promote their independence in a safe environment. The service is situated in the heart of Rochdale, just five minutes from the town centre. Arbury is also very close to various public transport links, with easy access to nearby towns and cities such as Manchester, Middleton, and Bury
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:
~£21 per hour.
~40 Hours per week.
~ Will involve various shifts between the hours of 8 am and 10 pm, and will also require you to cover some waking nights when needed.
~ Weekend and Bank holiday working is required.
~ 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.
Promoting independence and supporting with daily activities.
Taking part in the chosen activities and interests of the people we support, both within the service and out in the community.
Personal care.
Supporting with finances, budgets, and shopping.
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.
Experience working in a social care setting supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism is preferred, but not essential.
Will involve various shifts between the hours of 8 am and 10 pm and will require you to cover some waking nights when needed.
Weekend and Bank holiday working is required.
Driver with a manual license preferred, but not essential.
Males only due to service needs.
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. 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. Safeguarding
Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. enhanced DBS, and a minimum of two satisfactory references. To view our policy on recruitment of ex-offenders please see full details Potens-Recruitment-Ex-Offenders-Policy.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.