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

Males only due to the needs of the service.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.

Larwood House located in Kirkby in Ashfield is a registered residential care home for up to 9 adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.

What well 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:

• 13.00 per hour.
• 35 hours per week. Shifts will include 7: 00 am to 2:00 pm 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm and waking nights 9:00 pm to 7:00 am. Sleep in shifts may also be required 9:00 pm to 7:00 am. Will involve weekend and Bank holiday working.
• 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).
• 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.
• A generous referral scheme.

What youll be doing:

• Taking part in the chosen activities and interests of the people we support.
• Meeting the individual needs of the people we support.
• Supporting with cooking cleaning and everyday tasks.
• Supporting to increase levels of confidence and everyday skills.
• Will involve personal care.
• Supporting one to one.

Who you are:

• The role requires a motivated and creative individual.
• A team player with a can do attitude.
• Full flexibility is needed. Shifts will include 7:00 am to 2:00 pm 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm and waking nights 9:00 pm to 7:00 am. Sleep in shifts may also be required 9:00 pm to 7:00 am. Will involve weekend and Bank holiday working.
• Experience of working in a social care setting supporting people with learning disabilities and/or complex needs is preferred but not essential
• Drivers preferred but not essential.
• Males only due to the needs of the service.

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 youve changed someones 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 youll 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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