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Potens; Dudley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Mauve Academy access

Annual training allowance

Hybrid working environment

Home setup allowance

Eye care benefit

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Potens is recruiting a Support Worker for Oakleigh Lodge in Dudley. This 12-month fixed-term contract covers maternity leave.

The role offers 27.5 hours per week with shifts from 8 am to 8 pm on a two-week rolling rota, and requires working with adults with learning disabilities, epilepsy, complex needs, and autism. You will complete your Care Certificate with us, with opportunities for internal leadership competency sessions and NVQ qualifications (level 2–5).

Qualifications

• Experience in providing personal care and feeding to adults.
• Experience operating hoists and related equipment.
• Knowledge of epilepsy and willingness to receive training.
• Ability to support residents with activities and community integration.

Responsibilities

• All aspects of personal care, feeding, cooking, some cleaning, and key working.
• Operate hoists as required.
• Support activities and interests within the service and in the community.
• Participate in epilepsy-related training.

Skills

Personal care

Hoist operation

Activity support

Epilepsy training

Community engagement

Education

NVQ Level 2-5 Health & Social Care

Job description

We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Support Worker.

This position is a 12 month fixed term contract to cover Maternity Leave.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.

Oakleigh Lodge is a residential care home in Dudley providing support and care for adults with learning disabilities, epilepsy, complex needs, and autism.

What we’ll give you:

• 27.5 hours. Shifts will be between the hours of 8 am and 8 pm. We operate a two week rolling rota.
• This position is a 12 month fixed term contract to cover Maternity Leave.
• 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).
• You can complete your Care Certificate with us.

What you’ll be doing:

• All aspects of personal care, feeding, cooking, some cleaning, and key working.
• You will be required to operate hoists and will have previous experience of doing this.
• Supporting with activities and interests both within the service and out in the community.
• Epilepsy training will be given; however, previous experience is required.

Perks and Benefits Generous annual leave, plus public holidays based on location. Extra annual leave for your birthday or an alternative celebration day. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Pension plan with contributions from Mauve Group (where applicable). Opportunities for professional growth via Mauve Academy – our learning portal. Annual training allowance for career development. Hybrid working environment, with home setup allowance (where applicable). Optical benefits (£155/€180 toward eye tests, glasses, and lenses). Exciting opportunities, including domestic/international travel, team meet-ups, and company-wide events.