Support Worker

Potens • Stockton, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Potens is recruiting a Support Worker for Longlast, an 11-bed residential care home in Stockton-on-Tees supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and physical disabilities. The role involves supporting clients in all aspects of daily life at the service and in the community, promoting independence, participating in clients’ chosen activities, and providing personal care.

This is a temporary role for 9 months, with the possibility of becoming permanent. The position is 38.8 hours per week and involves varied shifts, with the option to work long days. Shifts are generally between 8:00 am and 9:30 pm; waking nights may occasionally be required. The service operates a six-week rolling rota.

Applicants must have a full, valid, clean driving licence and their own vehicle because of the service location and its needs. Sponsorship is not available. Applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and at least two satisfactory references.

Requirements

• Excellent ethos and values around the provision of care.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Clear and confident communication skills.
• Flexibility and ability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Full, valid, clean driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Successful completion of role-specific pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and at least two satisfactory references.

Nice To Haves

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent; preferred but not essential.
• Experience working in a social care setting with similar needs; preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with every aspect of their daily lives within the service and in the community.
• Promote clients’ independence.
• Take part in clients’ chosen activities.
• Provide personal care.
• Work as part of a team to support clients in achieving a fulfilling lifestyle.

Benefits

• £12.77 per hour, increasing to £13.02 per hour on completion of NVQ Level 2.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme accessible 24/7.
• Paid learning and development opportunities, including internal leadership competency sessions and recognised Health and Social Care qualifications from Level 2 to Level 5 NVQ.
• Opportunity for new care workers to complete a care certificate.
• Employee benefits offering savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
• Referral scheme.
• Six-week rolling rota intended to support work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed