At a Glance
- Tasks: Support adults with Autism and Mental Health needs in a residential setting.
- Company: Potens, a leading provider of health and social services with 35 years of experience.
- Benefits: Earn £13.00 per hour, enjoy a pension scheme, and access 24/7 support.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to empowering individuals and fostering an inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your skills and career.
- Qualifications: Ability to multitask, build relationships, and work flexibly across various shifts.
The predicted salary is between 13 - 13 £ per hour.
We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a Support worker in Swansea.
What we’ll give you:
- £13.00 per hour
- 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).
- Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits, including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
What you’ll be doing:
- You will be supporting Adults with Autism, Mental Health, and Learning disability needs within our residential service.
- You will be supporting 1-1 and at times 2-1.
- 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.
- Personal care may be involved.
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.
- Flexible as shifts can consist of long days, 8 am-10 pm, split shifts 8 am-2 am, 3 pm-10 pm and waking staff 9 pm-8 am, and working every other weekend.
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 you’ve changed someone’s 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 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, 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.
Bank Support Worker in Clydach employer: Potens Group
At Potens, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture in Swansea. Our comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, a contributory pension scheme, and extensive learning opportunities, empowers our employees to grow both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we support. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters a positive environment for all.
