Support Worker

Potens; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)

Learning & development opportunities (

Exclusive employee benefits (shopping,

Referral scheme

Job summary

Potens is hiring a Support Worker for Paxton House in Borrowash, near Derby. The role supports people aged 18–35 with learning disabilities, challenging behaviours, non-verbal communication and autistic spectrum disorders. The job includes personal care, life-skills support, and various activities.

Shifts run 7am–9pm with early shifts, long days, evenings and some waking nights; weekend and bank holidays required. Females only due to service needs; sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a social care setting.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essential.
• Driver preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promoting the independence of the people we support.
• Key working and supporting with general life skills.
• Personal care, cooking and cleaning.
• Participating in activities chosen by the people we support.
• In-house activities and community outings.
• Shifts between 7 am–9 pm; includes early shifts, long days, evenings; occasional wake nights; weekends and bank holidays.

Skills

Care experience

Flexibility

Driver

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Support Worker

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

Females only due to the needs of the service.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.

Paxton House is a modern, bright, and well-equipped working environment based in Borrowash, just outside Derby.

At Paxton House, we support people between the ages of 18-35 with a range of needs, including learning disabilities, behaviours that are perceived to be challenging, non-verbal communication, and/or autistic spectrum disorders.

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:

• £13.50 per hour.
• Full time 35 hours per week.
• 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).
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits, including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
• A generous referral scheme.

What you'll be doing:

• Promoting the independence of the people we support.
• Key working and supporting with general life skills.
• Will involve personal care, cooking and cleaning.
• Taking part in the chosen activities of the people we support.
• In house activities - baking, art/crafts, board games, sensory activities, reading etc.
• Outdoor activities - The people who we support enjoy active lifestyles; walking, swimming, golf, pubs, trampolining, lunch out, keeping in touch with families, days out, shopping etc.
• Shifts will take place between the hours between 7 am - 9 pm and will involve a variation of early shifts, long days and evenings. Will also involve some waking nights when needed. Weekend and bank holiday working will be required.
• Full flexibility needed.

Who you are:

• You will have a minimum of 1 year of experience working in a social care setting.
• We are looking for a dedicated, passionate, kind, and caring person who is willing to participate in the chosen activities of the people we support.
• You will need to be flexible with a 'can do' attitude.
• NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care is desirable but not essential.
• Females only due to the needs of the service.
• Drivers preferred.

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.

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