Support Worker (12-Month Fixed Term) – Hybrid & Training

Potens; Dudley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Mauve Academy access

Annual training allowance

Hybrid working environment

Home setup allowance

Eye care benefit

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Potens is recruiting a Support Worker for Oakleigh Lodge in Dudley. This 12-month fixed-term contract covers maternity leave.

The role offers 27.5 hours per week with shifts from 8 am to 8 pm on a two-week rolling rota, and requires working with adults with learning disabilities, epilepsy, complex needs, and autism. You will complete your Care Certificate with us, with opportunities for internal leadership competency sessions and NVQ qualifications (level 2–5).

Qualifications

• Experience in providing personal care and feeding to adults.
• Experience operating hoists and related equipment.
• Knowledge of epilepsy and willingness to receive training.
• Ability to support residents with activities and community integration.

Responsibilities

• All aspects of personal care, feeding, cooking, some cleaning, and key working.
• Operate hoists as required.
• Support activities and interests within the service and in the community.
• Participate in epilepsy-related training.

Skills

Personal care

Hoist operation

Activity support

Epilepsy training

Community engagement

Education

NVQ Level 2-5 Health & Social Care

Job description

Potens is recruiting a Support Worker for Oakleigh Lodge in Dudley. This 12-month fixed-term contract covers maternity leave.

The role offers 27.5 hours per week with shifts from 8 am to 8 pm on a two-week rolling rota, and requires working with adults with learning disabilities, epilepsy, complex needs, and autism. You will complete your Care Certificate with us, with opportunities for internal leadership competency sessions and NVQ qualifications (level 2–5).