We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for support worker. Join us to build and grow a new OFSTED registered childrens service in Weymouth.

What well 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:

• 12.21 per hour.
• Full time 40 hours per week.
• Shifts will include 2 night shifts and 20 hours during the day
• 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 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:

• Supporting one child.
• You will be supporting with daily tasks engaging in learning and taking part in activities and interests.
• You will be supporting with personal care.
• You will be cooking cleaning and supporting with everyday tasks.
• Shifts will include 8am3pm and 3pm9pm. Sleep ins and weekend working will be required.

Who you are:

• Experience of working in childrens residential home is preferred.
• You are enthusiastic compassionate and love working with children.
• You are 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 proactive 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 preemployment 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 exoffenders please see full details

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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