Support Worker

Holland & Barrett; Sheffield, South Hetton, Derrygonnelly; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national health and social service provider is seeking a Support Worker in Sheffield to assist adults with disabilities in their daily activities and community engagement. Candidates must have strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work flexibly, with essential travel requirements. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits package including a contributory pension and paid learning opportunities. Join a passionate team making a meaningful impact on individuals' lives.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Able to work independently and multitask.
• Exceptional at building relationships and influencing others.
• Drivers essential for travel around Sheffield.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with complex physical and learning disabilities.
• Promote positive well-being through activities.
• Develop community links for independent living.

Skills

Relationship building

Independence

Flexibility

Multitasking

Positive attitude

Job description

We are looking for a Support worker for our day centre and outreach services in Sheffield.

If you like movies, day trips, physical activities, art & crafts, swimming, music sessions or cycling, read on, as you may be a perfect fit for our team, as these are the things the people we support like and want staff who will motivate, participate and be as enthusiastic about as they are.

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:

• £12.21 per hour
• 30 hours per week
• A mileage card is provided for each company car used.
• Business insurance holder will receive 45p per mile when using their own car.
• 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.
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits, including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
• Please be aware that Sponsorship is not available for this role.

What you’ll be doing:

• The people we support are adults who may have complex physical and learning disabilities, and or autism.
• Support 1-1 and continue to promote positive well-being.
• participate and be as enthusiastic about their likes and wants as they are.
• Maintain and develop their community links, as well as accessing community and leisure pursuits to support their independent living and life skills.
• Drivers are essential as you will be travelling to areas around Sheffield and some local towns. (Manual only and must have own car with Business insurance)

Who you are:

• Able to work independently, multitask, organise and prioritise work to suit the people we support.
• Exceptional at building relationships and influencing at all levels, internal and external.
• Ability to execute and deliver, whilst keeping a positive attitude under pressure
• Quick learner, hands-on, willing to be flexible in tasks and activities.
• Drivers essential (Manual Only),as you will be travelling to areas around Sheffield and some local towns.
• Flexible,as shifts are between 7 am-6 pm Monday - Friday, with occasional weekends.

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 detailsPotens-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.