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Salary GBP 16,778 based on 37 hours / GBP 20,404 based on 45 hours / GBP 8.72 per hour
Frequency Hourly
Job Reference turningp/TP/132/1011
Contract Type Permanent
Closing Date 26 November, 2020
Job Category Support Work
Business Unit Learning Disabilities
Location Buntingford, United Kingdom
Date posted 21 August, 2020
Contract Details Full Time / Part Time / Bank
Job Introduction
Do you have a caring nature? Are you looking to make a difference to people's lives? Do you want to work in an environment where no two days are the same? Are you flexible with your working hours? Can you see yourself providing care to adults who need your support?
If you have answered a big YES to these questions we would love to hear from you.
Job description
At Turning Point, we support people with Learning Disabilities across England.
As a Support Worker, you will make a real difference to residents' lives as you improve their daily living skills. Passionate about people, you will enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress with us.
Where will I be working?
We are a 24 hour facility in providing care for people with Learning Disabilities for over 20 years.
We accommodate up to six people with mild to Profound Learning Disabilities. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible.
Driving and having your own vehicle is a must to get to and from work.
Shift Patterns
This is a 24 hour service, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be working a range of shifts from 7:00 am to 2:00pm and 2:00 pm to 9:30pm, sleep ins and some weekends.
Role Responsibility
What will I be doing?
This is a hands-on job in which no two days are the same. Your duties will include:
Promoting the independence of people we support
Supporting a full range of daily activities including cleaning and cooking, days out or going away on holiday
Arranging activities in the home and in the local community
Developing residents' life skills and personal interests
Helping residents stay safe and healthy
Assisting with personal care needs (close personal care is a requirement for this position)
Manual handling
Supporting people with medication
Ensuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirements
The Ideal Candidate
What skills and qualities do I need to have?
Whilst knowledge of learning disabilities and complex needs would be beneficial, it isn't essential. What is essential is that you are:
Passionate, caring and enthusiastic
Flexible, patient and non-judgemental
A great team player with lots of energy
Able to demonstrate good communication skills
Able to complete the physical aspects of the role such as manual handling where needed
About us
Why Turning Point?
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision - and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.
We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.
Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job - we offer you a career.
What benefits will I receive?
Of course, we know it's not about the money. But that doesn't mean we don't reward our people for their invaluable work with a benefits package that includes:
Comprehensive Learning and Development opportunities - we are Investors in People Silver accredited
28 days holiday, increasing with each year of service until 30 days. Plus the option to purchase additional holidays
Flexible benefit options including, bike to work schemes and season ticket loans
Competitive Pension and Life Assurance scheme
Employee Assistance Programme and access to online Health and Wellbeing support
Flexible working patterns to support work/life balance
Access to a wide range of discounts including Cinema, Groceries and Gym.
Turning Point