Support Worker

Potens View All Jobs; Bristol; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning & development opportunities

Care Certificate progression

Employee discounts

Referral scheme

Job summary

Potens is hiring a dedicated Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities in Clifton Downs, Bristol. You will help with personal care, daily activities, and participation in in-house and community activities, under a supportive team environment.

The role requires a proactive, caring attitude, reliability, and willingness to work varied shifts, including weekends and bank holidays. DBS checks are part of our safeguarding process, and sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in social care supporting individuals with learning disabilities is essential.
• Level 2 diploma in health and social care is desirable but not essential.
• Drivers preferred.
• Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to adults.
• Assist individuals with learning disabilities in daily activities.
• Support independence and skills learning.
• Work as part of a team to deliver compassionate care.
• Join activities in the service and in the community.
• Work varied shifts including weekends and bank holidays.

Skills

Team player

Can do attitude

Motivated

Flexible

Education

Level 2 health & social care diploma (desirable)

Job description

• Supporting 2 to 1 and 1 to 1.
• Providing proactive, positive, and caring support.
• Enabling people to learn new skills towards living more independently.
• Assisting and providing individuals with support for their emotional and practical needs.
• Personal care.
• Working effectively as part of a team.
• Taking part in the chosen activities of the people we support, both within the service and out in the community.
• Working varied shifts around the needs of the people we support (no nights required). Will be required to work weekends and bank holidays. The successful candidate will have the aptitude, desire, and commitment to work in social care with adults with a variety of needs.
• Flexible with a 'can do' attitude.
• Motivated and a team player.
• Previous experience in the social care sector supporting individuals with learning disabilities is essential.
• Level 2 diploma in health and social care is desirable but not essential.
• Drivers preferred. 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 Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks prior to appointment; including but not exhaustive; enhanced DBS, and a minimum of two satisfactory references. Our checks will be service and role specific and can be discussed pre application if required. 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. We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Support Worker. Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role. Our residential service is set in a beautiful period house on the edge of the Clifton Downs, Bristol. Here at Hyde Lodge, we support 8 younger, active adults with learning disabilities and autistic spectrum disorders. What will 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.
• 40 hours per week.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/6 0?
• 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.
• A generous referral scheme.