We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Support Worker. Join us to build and grow a new OFSTED registered children’s service in Weymouth.
What we’ll give you:
* £12.10 per hour.
* Full time 40 hours per week.
* Shifts will include 8am–3pm, 3pm–9pm and sleep-ins will be required.
* An extra day paid holiday for your Birthday.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7.
* Paid comprehensive learning and development opportunities 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:
* Supporting one child.
* Engaging in learning and taking part in activities and interests.
* Assisting with personal care.
* Cooking, cleaning, and supporting with everyday tasks.
* Shifts will include 8am–3pm and 3pm–9pm. Sleep-ins and weekend working will be required.
Who you are:
* Experience of working in a children’s residential home is preferred.
* Enthusiastic, compassionate, and love working with children.
* Motivated, flexible, and have a ‘can do’ attitude.
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.
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 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 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.
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