Support Worker

Potens; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national health and social care provider in Salford is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to help adults with mental health challenges achieve greater independence. You will support daily activities, administer medication, and liaise with families. This role offers flexible working hours, comprehensive training, and a supportive work environment. Join us for a rewarding career that makes a real difference.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid training and development opportunities

Employee benefits on shopping and leisure

Generous referral scheme

Qualifications

• You will be empathetic, caring and compassionate.
• You will be calm and patient.
• We require a person who can maintain a positive outlook.

Responsibilities

• Supporting people to plan their days and take part in activities.
• Liaising with families and other professionals.
• Administering medication and completing relevant records.
• Handling finances and supporting independence.
• Some personal care is involved.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Patience

Positive outlook

Job description

Overview

We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for Support Worker. Parkview is a 9 bed residential service located in Salford facing Buile Hill park. We provide support for adults with a range of Mental Health issues requiring support to live as independently as possible. Parkview is a large spacious detached house with spacious communal areas. All communal areas can be accessed by residents along with their relatives and friends.

What we’ll give you

• £12.60 per hour
• 32 hours per week. Shift times will be as follows: 07.30 to 15.30, 08.00 to 16.00, 14.00 to 22.00 and waking night is 21.45 to 07.45am.
• Flexible working arrangements offered to meet both the needs of your lifestyle as well as the business.
• 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.
• A generous referral scheme.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting people to plan their days, attend appointments and to take part in activities.
• You will be liaising with families and other professionals.
• Administering medication, completing relevant records and handling finances.
• Some personal care is involved.
• You will be supporting independence.

Who you are

• You will be empathetic, caring and compassionate.
• You will be calm and patient.
• We require a person who can maintain a positive outlook.

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 details Potens-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.