Support Worker

Potens; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Potens seeks a dedicated Support Worker to enhance the lives of individuals with mental health challenges in a residential service. This role involves providing one-on-one support to promote independence and a sense of community. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and the satisfaction of making a real difference in others' lives, while working in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

£12.00 per hour

40 hours per week

Extra day paid holiday for your Birthday

Contributory pension scheme

Supportive Employee Assistance Programme

Paid learning and development opportunities

Access to exclusive employee benefits

Qualifications

• Individuals need to have a passion for supporting others.
• Ability to work independently and multitask is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with mental health needs on a 1-1 basis.
• Promote independence and help access the community.

Skills

Passion to support others

Ability to work independently

Positive attitude under pressure

Flexibility in tasks

Multitasking

Education

Care Certificate (support provided)

Job description

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

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 which includes but is not limited to:

• £12.00 per hour
• 40 hours per week
• An extra day paid holiday for your Birthday.
• 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:

• The people we support have various Mental health needs. - its challenging but extremely rewarding for those looking to make a real difference. This isn’t just any role, this is a role greatly impacting the lives of the people we support, can you commit?
• 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 residential service.

Who you are:

• We want individuals with a passion to support others and make a difference to their everyday lives.
• Can you work independently, multitask, organise?
• Have a positive attitude under pressure?
• Quick learner, hands on, willing to be flexible in tasks and activities
• Flexible as shifts can include days evening and sleeps.

Who we are:

We are a national provider of health, social and education services with over 30 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

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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Created on 22/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom