Support Worker

We are looking to recruit a new team member to join our established team based in Colne Lancashire.

Are you as passionate about providing support to others

Do you like where no two days are the same read on as this is the job for you!

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:

• 12.71 per hour
• 40-hour 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.
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits including savings on shopping leisure and household expenses.
• A generous referral scheme.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.

What youll be doing:

• The people we support are adults with mental health needs and learning disabilities.
• 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.
• This is within a residential service for 6 adults.

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.
• Must be flexible as shifts will contain weekend and sleep-ins on a rota basis.
• Driverpreferred but not essential.

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 promoting the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks before appointment including but not limited to 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 the same purpose drives everyone 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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