Support Worker - Empower Adults to Build Confidence

Potens; Langley Moor; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role (40 hours)

Employee Assistance Programme

NVQ 2-5 in Health & Social Care

Care Certificate

Shopping and leisure discounts

Job summary

Potens is hiring a Support Worker at Cecil Court in Langley Moor, helping 18 adults with mental health needs. Shifts cover 8am–8pm, 12pm–12am, 8am–10pm and 8pm–8am; weekend and bank holidays apply.

Applicants relying on public transport should reside in the Durham area. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a 40-hour week, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, and funded learning opportunities up to NVQ levels 2–5 in Health & Social Care, plus the Care Certificate and

Responsibilities

• Assist people to engage in activities within the local community.
• Support to boost morale and develop existing skills while learning new ones.
• Motivate people to rebuild confidence and plan a bright future.
• Operate with a person-centred approach and welcome ideas from the people we support.
• Shift times include 8am–8pm, 12pm–12am, 8am–10pm and 8pm–8am; weekends and bank holidays required.

Education

NVQ Health & Social Care (Level 2-5)

Care Certificate

Job description

Potens is hiring a Support Worker at Cecil Court in Langley Moor, helping 18 adults with mental health needs. Shifts cover 8am–8pm, 12pm–12am, 8am–10pm and 8pm–8am; weekend and bank holidays apply.

Applicants relying on public transport should reside in the Durham area. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a 40-hour week, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, and funded learning opportunities up to NVQ levels 2–5 in Health & Social Care, plus the Care Certificate and