Bank Support Worker

Potens; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national provider of care services is seeking compassionate individuals to support children with learning difficulties at their residential service in Weymouth. The role involves engaging with children in daily tasks, supporting their independence, and creating enjoyable learning experiences. Previous experience in social care preferred but not essential. Various shifts available, offering an inclusive environment and competitive pay of £12.31 per hour.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid training opportunities

Exclusive employee discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in social care setting preferred but not essential.
• A great sense of humour and love for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Support children with daily tasks to improve confidence and skills.
• Engage children in learning and recreational activities.
• Cook, clean, and assist with everyday tasks based on the child's ability.

Skills

Understanding and patience

Enthusiasm

Flexibility

Ability to engage with children

Job description

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Apple Tree House is a residential, Ofsted Registered ‘Good’ children’s service situated on the on the outskirts of Weymouth, Dorset. Here we support 4 children aged 8 to 18.

Apple Tree House has been carefully adapted to provide specialist accommodation for children and young people with moderate to severe learning difficulties, autism, ADHD and associated behavioural challenges.

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:

• £12.31 per hour
• Bank hours - shifts will include a variety of days, evenings, nights and weekends.
• Contributory pension scheme, if the earning threshold is met
• 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:

• This a bank position so various shifts will be required.
• Our young people have a mix of interests and different levels of independence; you will be supporting with daily tasks to increase their confidence levels and everyday skills.
• You will support the children to have fun and engage in learning.
• You will be cooking, cleaning and supporting with everyday tasks, depending on the child’s ability.
• We make the most of being close to the seaside and local amenities. We enjoy days out together, shopping, visiting the cinema and take part in and encourage the children’s interests.

Who you are:

• The young people we support have said that they want someone “with a great sense of humour, who will have fun, will be understanding, patient and who will enjoy spending time with us”.
• You are enthusiastic, compassionate and love working with children.
• You are motivated, flexible and have a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Previous experience working in a social care setting with children 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

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.