Female Senior Support Worker

Potens; Barry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and social services provider in Barry seeks a Female Senior Support Worker to provide essential 1-1 support for individuals with learning disabilities. The ideal candidate will hold a valid driving license and will work both day and night shifts. Responsibilities include promoting well-being, personal care, and collaborating with the service manager. Attractive benefits such as competitive hourly pay, continuous development opportunities, and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

£13.70 per hour

35 hours per week

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid learning and development opportunities

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid, clean manual driving license.
• Willing to work in a flexible shift rota, including days and nights.
• Experience in health, social care, or working with individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support 1-1 and promote positive well-being.
• Provide personal care for individuals.
• Work collaboratively with the service manager and staff.
• Maintain community links to support independent living.

Skills

Relationship building

Flexibility

Organization

Multitasking

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Health & Social Care (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

Female Senior Support Worker

You must hold a valid, clean manual driving license!!

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:

• £13.70 per hour
• 35 hours per week
• 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).
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits, including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
• A generous referral scheme.
• Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role

What you’ll be doing:

• Support 1-1 and continue to promote positive well‑being.
• Personal care will be required.
• Working alongside the service manager & staff members to maintain a high level of support that’s required for the service needs.
• Be part of an on‑call system after probation.
• Participate, and be as enthusiastic about their likes and wants as they are.
• Maintain and develop their community links, as well as accessing community and leisure pursuits to support their independent living and life skills.
• Some admin duties will need to be completed.
• Working within a residential setting with 4 adults who may have Learning disabilities and or complex needs.

Who you are:

• Able to work independently, multitask, organise, and prioritise work to suit the people we support.
• Exceptional at building relationships and influencing at all levels, internal and external.
• Experienced
• Have a level 3 NVQ or are willing to work towards one
• Ability to execute and deliver, whilst keeping a positive attitude under pressure
• Quick learner, hands‑on, willing to be flexible in tasks and activities.
• Willing to be flexible as shift rota can include days and nights, and be part of an on‑call system
• A driver is essential due to service requirements
• Females only due to service requirements

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.