Female Support Worker

Potens; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in health and social services is looking for Support Workers to join their team in Sheffield. You will help adults with learning disabilities and autism, promoting positive well-being through various activities. The role requires passionate individuals who are committed to fostering independence and improving lives.

Benefits

Mileage card for company car

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and organise tasks effectively.
• Exceptional skills in building relationships.
• Flexible with shifts between 7am-6pm, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Supporting adults with complex disabilities and promoting well-being.
• Maintaining community links and supporting life skills.
• Driving required to travel around Sheffield.

Skills

Relationship Building

Multitasking

Flexibility

Job description

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We are looking for Support workers to join our service in Sheffield.

If you like movies, day trips, physical activities, art & crafts, swimming, music sessions or cycling, read on as you may be a perfect fit for our team. These are the activities the people we support enjoy, and we value staff who are motivated, participate actively, and share enthusiasm.

What we’ll give you:

We ensure you are rewarded for your hard work with a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• £12.21 per hour
• A mileage card provided for each company car used
• Business insurance holder will receive 45p per mile when using their own car
• Contributory pension scheme
• Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7
• Paid learning and development opportunities, including internal leadership sessions and recognised qualifications
• Access to exclusive employee benefits, including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting adults with complex physical, learning disabilities, and/or autism
• Promoting positive well-being through 1-1 support
• Being enthusiastic about their interests and preferences
• Maintaining and developing community links and supporting independent living and life skills through community and leisure pursuits
• Driving is essential as you will travel around Sheffield and nearby towns. (Manual car required with own car and business insurance)

Who you are:

• Able to work independently, multitask, organise, and prioritise tasks to support individuals effectively
• Exceptional at building relationships and influencing others at all levels
• Capable of executing tasks with a positive attitude, even under pressure
• A quick learner, hands-on, flexible with tasks and activities
• Drivers essential (Manual Only) as travel is involved around Sheffield and local towns
• Flexible with shifts between 7am-6pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends

Who we are:

We are a national provider with over 35 years’ experience in health, social, and education services. Our dedicated teams empower adults and children across the UK to achieve their goals and improve their lives. We seek passionate, proactive individuals to join us and make a difference. Join us and find purpose in your work by changing lives.

Safeguarding

Diversity

We promote diversity and inclusivity, reflecting the communities we serve. At Potens, everyone is encouraged to be themselves and work together to support independence, health, and happiness for all.