Support Worker


Company:	Potens
Salary:	from £13 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Middleton St George
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	6 Oct 2026
Closing date:	5 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for Support Workers.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.

This role is based within a supported living service supporting two, potentially three gentlemen with learning disabilities and associated needs. The supported living service is set within a bungalow located in Middleton St George. All staff members receive thorough inductions and are led by an experienced and dedicated manager.

Please note: Interviews will be held at one of our supported living services in Darlington.

What we’ll 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. Sleep in rate is a flat rate of £75 per night.

• Full time, 40 hours per week.

• Free on-site parking.

• 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).

• 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 you’ll be doing:

• Support hours for the people who live with us vary according to individual care plans, and support is tailored around specific needs, so full flexibility is required. Shifts will take place between the hours of 7am and 10pm and will involve additional sleep ins. Weekend and bank holiday working is also required.

• Promoting independence and supporting with daily activities.

• Taking part in the chosen activities of the gentlemen who live with us.

• Supporting with finances, budgets, and shopping.

• Personal care.

• Supporting one to one.

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