Support Worker

Holland & Barrett; Remote; GBP 13,000; Full time

Job summary

A national provider of health and social services is seeking a Support Worker to join their residential service in Wallasey. The role involves supporting adults with learning disabilities on a one-to-one basis and promoting their well-being and independence. Candidates should be flexible, motivated, and empathetic. The position offers a pay rate of £12.60 per hour for 32 hours per week, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including development opportunities and a pension scheme.

Benefits

£12.60 per hour

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Flexible to do a range of different shifts, including Waking nights when required.
• Positive, motivated, and passionate.
• Demonstrate an empathetic, compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Supporting adults with learning disabilities on a 1-1 basis.
• Encouraging participation in activities or hobbies.
• Ensuring community links and independent living skills.
• Promoting health and well-being of supported individuals.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Motivation

Flexibility

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Workerto join ourresidential service based in Wallasey.

Read on and see if you could be our next superstar and start making a difference in the lives of the people we support.

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:

• £12.60 per hour
• 32 hours per week
• 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).
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits, including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
• Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting adults with learning disabilities on a 1-1 basis.
• Encouraging the people, we support them to take part in activities or hobbies they enjoy.
• Ensuring they maintain and develop their community links, as well as accessing community and leisure pursuits to support their independent living and life skills.
• Promote the positive health and well-being of the people that you support, enabling them to have a meaningful life.

Who you are:

• Flexible to do a range of different shifts, including Waking nights when required.
• Positive, motivated, and passionate.
• Demonstrate an empathetic, compassionate approach.
• Be self-motivated and committed to the role.

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 promoting 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.