Support Worker

Potens Group; Dawlish; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Learning & development opportunities

Care Certificate

Employee benefits

Job summary

Potens is offering a Support Worker position at Oakleigh in Dawlish. The role involves supporting adults with a range of needs, including learning difficulties, mental health needs, and autism. You’ll assist with daily tasks, community access and activities, working 37 hours weekly with shifts 8am-3pm and 3pm-10pm.

Sponsorship is not provided. We offer a contributory pension, 24/7 employee assistance, and learning opportunities from level 2 to level 5 NVQ in Health & Social Care.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar care role preferred.
• Great sense of humour, be understanding and patient.
• Flexible with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• A motivated team player.
• Drivers preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• There is very little personal care required; the people we support mostly require prompting and guiding.
• Supporting residents with daily practical activities, shopping, food preparation, cooking, cleaning and laundry.
• Assisting with accessing the community and taking part in activities and outings.

Skills

Experience in care

Humour

Patience

Flexibility

Team player

Driving preferred

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Support Worker.

Here at Oakleigh, we provide residential care for up to 11 adults who have a range of needs, including learning difficulties, mental health needs, autism, and some behaviours perceived to be challenging. We are located within the seaside town of Dawlish.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.

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:

• £13.40 per hour.
• 37 hours per week. Shift patterns include 8am-3pm and 3pm-10pm.
• 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:

• There is very little personal care required; the people we support mostly require prompting and guiding.
• Supporting our residents with their daily practical activities, shopping, food preparation, support with cooking, cleaning, and laundry, etc.
• Supporting with accessing the community and taking part in a range of activities, including walking, swimming, theatre and cinema trips, day trips out, and attending music events.

Who you are:

• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• You will have a great sense of humour, be understanding and patient.
• Flexible with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• A motivated team player.
• Drivers preferred but not essential.

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

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.