Support Worker

Potens Group; Preston; Híbrido; GBP 15.000 - 21.000; Jornada completa

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Hourly wage £13

40 hours/week

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Learning & development (level 2–5 NVQ)

Descripción de la vacante

Potens Group is seeking a Support Worker for our Preston service. You will support adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs on a 1-1 basis, promoting independence and community access. The role is based in a spacious 3-floor house and includes a mix of waking nights and day shifts.

We require a passion to support others, the ability to work independently, and at least 2 years’ experience in mental health. A manual driving license is preferred.

Formación

• We require a passion to support others and make a difference in daily life.
• Ability to work independently, multitask and stay organised.
• Keep a positive attitude under pressure; be quick to learn and hands-on.
• Two years’ experience in the mental health sector is essential.
• Driver's license preferred (manual) and at least 1 year driving experience.

Responsabilidades

• Support adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs, and some forensic histories on a 1-1 basis.
• Promote independence and help service users access the community.
• Maintain a high level of support according to service needs; engage with service users’ interests.
• Work across a 3-floor house with 10 en-suite rooms; shifts include waking nights.

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for a Support Worker to join our Service in Preston

Do you like where no two days are the same? Read on, as this is the job for you!

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.
• 40 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.

Please note that there is no sponsorship for this role

What you’ll be doing:

• The people we support include various adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs, and some forensic histories.
• It's challenging but extremely rewarding for those looking to make a real difference.
• You’ll support on a 1-1 basis, promoting independence and encouraging the people we support to access the community.
• Working to maintain a high level of support that’s required for the service needs.
• Participate and be as enthusiastic about their likes and wants as they are.
• This is within a spacious detached house with 10 en-suite rooms over 3 floors
• Please keep in mind that your 40 hours will be split into 30 hours per week waking night and the remaining 10 hours per week will be days

Whoyou are:

• We want individuals with a passion to support others and make a difference in their everyday lives
• Can you work independently, multitask, and organise?
• Have a positive attitude under pressure?
• Quick learner, hands-on, willing to be flexible in tasks and activities.
• Experience: 2 years essential in the mental health sector required.
• Drivers preferred with a manual driver's licence who have been driving for over 1 year.

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, proactive 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 promoting the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks before appointment, including but not limited to: 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.