Compassionate Support Worker for Adults with Learning Disabilities

Turning Point; Maulden; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Turning Point is seeking a caring Support Worker to help adults with learning disabilities across England. The role focuses on promoting independence, daily activities, and personal development within a supportive team.

You will work hands-on in a home environment, with flexible hours. The organisation operates on a not-for-profit basis and invests back into services and people, offering extensive benefits and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Passionate, caring and enthusiastic about helping adults with learning disabilities.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexible and patient with a willingness to adapt to changing shifts.
• Ability to complete physical tasks including manual handling when needed.

Responsibilities

• Promoting the independence of people we support.
• Supporting daily activities including cleaning and cooking, days out or holidays.
• 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.
• Manual handling where required.
• Supporting people with medication.
• Maintaining records for required standards and service monitoring.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Team player

Flexible

Reliable

Health & safety awareness

Job description

Turning Point is seeking a caring Support Worker to help adults with learning disabilities across England. The role focuses on promoting independence, daily activities, and personal development within a supportive team.

You will work hands-on in a home environment, with flexible hours. The organisation operates on a not-for-profit basis and invests back into services and people, offering extensive benefits and training opportunities.