Support Worker

Potens Group; Redcar; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join their team at Avondale Lodge in Redcar. This role involves providing essential support to residents with diverse needs, including autism and learning disabilities. You will assist in daily living activities, promote independence, and help residents achieve their personal goals. The company values flexibility and teamwork, offering comprehensive training and a supportive environment. Join a passionate team that empowers individuals and makes a real difference in their lives. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a positive community impact.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid learning and development opportunities

Access to exclusive employee benefits

Qualifications

• Motivated and creative individual with full flexibility.
• Team player with a 'can do' attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily activities.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment for residents.
• Support residents in accessing the community and activities.

Skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Creativity

Personal Care

Communication

Education

NVQ in Health & Social Care (Level 2 to Level 5)

Job description

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

Here at Avondale Lodge in Redcar, we support residents who have a range of needs, such as autism, mental health needs, learning disabilities, and challenging behaviours. Our aim is to assist them in their daily lives to develop new life skills, achieve their ambitions and goals, and for them to continue to be valued members of the community.

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:

• £12.21 per hour.
• 30 hours per week. Shifts will include earlies, days, long days, and evenings.
• You will be available to work waking nights and sleep-ins when required. Will involve working weekends and bank holidays.Full flexibility is needed.
• 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:

• Full flexibility is needed, and you must be able to coverallof the following shifts as part of the rota-7:30 am to 4 pm, 8 am to 9 pm, 9 am to 3 pm, and 4 pm to 9 pm.
• Will involve working weekends and bank holidays. You will also be available to cover waking nights and sleep-ins when required.
• You will work as part of a team, ensuring a safe and caring, supportive environment is maintained, which meets the individual and group needs of the people that live with us.
• Supporting activities within the service and supporting to access the community.
• The role will involve assisting with personal care, domestic support, preparing meals, updating our internal systems, and reviewing care plans, risk assessments, and monthly reports.

Who you are:

• The role requires a motivated and creative individual.
• Full flexibility is needed.
• A team player with a ‘can do’ attitude.

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. To view our policy on recruitment of ex-offenders please see full detailsPotens-Recruitment-Ex-Offenders-Policy.doc (live.com)

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.