Support Worker

Potens; Rishton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£13/hour

40 h/wk

Pension scheme

EAP 24/7

NVQ qualifications

Employee discounts

Referral scheme

Job summary

Potens in Preston is recruiting a dedicated Support Worker to join our service. The role involves 1-1 support for adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs, helping them access the community and maintain independence.

The position is on-site, 40 hours per week, with a pay rate of £13 per hour and a focus on person-centered care. We require at least 2 years’ experience in mental health, a positive attitude under pressure, and (where possible) a manual driving licence.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2 years in mental health sector.
• Must be able to work independently and multitask.
• Ability to promote independence and community access.
• Positive attitude under pressure.
• Willingness to be flexible in tasks and activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1-1 support to adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs.
• Promote independence and help clients access the community.
• Maintain a high level of support as required by the service.
• Engage with individuals about their likes and wants.
• Support in a 3-floor, 10-en-suite house environment.

Skills

Empathy

Independent work

Multitasking

Organised

Manual driving

Job description

Support Worker

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.
• A generous referral scheme.

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

Who you 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.

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