Support Worker - Temp role

Potens; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NVQ Training

Leadership sessions

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff discounts

6-week rota

Care Certificate

Job summary

Potens is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a 9-month temporary role at our Longlast care home in Stockton-on-Tees. The post requires a full driving licence and own vehicle due to location.

You will support adults with learning and physical disabilities, both in-house and in the community, across varied shifts. We offer NVQ development from level 2 to 5 in Health & Social Care, a six-week rolling rota for work-life balance, and access to extensive learning opportunities and employee

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in health and social care or equivalent preferred.
• Full valid driving licence and own vehicle required.
• Experience in social care settings preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work across shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with daily life within the service and in the community.
• Assist clients in chosen activities.
• Shift variation with long days; typical hours 8:00–21:30.
• Waking nights may be required on rare occasions.

Skills

Clear communicator

Teamwork

Flexible shifts

Weekend holiday work

Education

NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care

Job description

We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Support Worker.

This is a temporary role for 9 months but potentially could become a permanent role.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.

All applicants must hold a full, valid, and clean driving licence and have their own vehicle due to the location of the service and the service needs.

Longlast is a well-established, CQC rated outstanding, 11-bed residential care home for adults with learning disabilities, autism, and physical disabilities in Stockton-on-Tees between Carlton and Thorpe Thewles.

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:

• £12.77 per hour increasing to £13.02 per hour on completion of NVQ level 2.
• This is a temporary role for 9 months but potentially could become a permanent role.
• 38.8 hours per week. Will involve a variation of shifts and the option to work long days.
• We operate a 6 week rolling rota, giving you a work-life balance.
• 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 role requires you to support the clients with every aspect of their daily life within the service and also out in the community.
• Taking part in the chosen activities of our clients.
• Will involve a variation of shifts and the option to work long days. Shifts are generally between the hours of 8:00 am and 9:30 pm.
• Waking nights may be required on a rare occasion.

Who you are:

• You must possess an excellent ethos and values around the provision of care.
• You are able to work as part of a team to support our clients in achieving a fulfilling lifestyle.
• You are a clear and confident communicator.
• You are flexible and have the ability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and Bank holidays.
• An NVQ level 2 in health and social care or equivalent is preferred but not essential.
• Experience working in a social care setting with similar needs is preferred but not essential.
• All applicants must hold a full, valid, and clean driving licence and have their own vehicle due to the location of the service and the service needs.

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.

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.