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Potens; Kirkby-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Learning & development opportunities (

Care Certificate availability

Job summary

Potens in Kirkby-in-Ashfield is recruiting a Support Worker for Larwood House, a registered residential care home for up to 9 adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. This role is restricted to male applicants due to the needs of the service.

You’ll work 35 hours a week across early, late and waking night shifts (sleep-ins may be required). Benefits include a contributory pension, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, and funded learning from level 2 to 5 NVQ in Health & Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Taking part in the chosen activities and interests of the people we support.
• Meeting the individual needs of the people we support.
• Supporting with cooking, cleaning, and everyday tasks.
• Supporting to increase levels of confidence and everyday skills.

Job description

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

Males only due to the needs of the service.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.

Larwood House, located in Kirkby in Ashfield, is a registered residential care home for up to 9 adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.

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:

£13.00 per hour.

35 hours per week. Shifts will include 7: 00 am to 2:00 pm, 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm, and waking nights 9:00 pm to 7:00 am. Sleep in shifts may also be required, 9:00 pm to 7:00 am. Will involve weekend and Bank holiday working.

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.

What you’ll be doing:

Taking part in the chosen activities and interests of the people we support.

Meeting the individual needs of the people we support.

Supporting with cooking, cleaning, and everyday tasks.

Supporting to increase levels of confidence and everyday skills.

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