Female Bank Support Worker

Turning Point; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and social care provider is looking for compassionate support staff to assist a young woman with autism and a learning disability in Nuneaton. The role includes supporting personal care and community activities, requiring patience and strong communication skills. Comprehensive training is provided, and staff will enjoy a range of benefits including flexible working, leave entitlements, and wellness programs.

Benefits

Comprehensive learning and development opportunities

29 days annual leave entitlement

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Free counselling sessions through Rightsteps Therapy

Life Assurance and competitive Pension Scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition awards

£300 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with autism and PDA.
• Ability to form a strong bond and consistent support approach.

Responsibilities

• Support with personal care and community integration.
• Work alongside specialists in a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Understanding

Effective Communication

Job description

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Would you like to be part of a small and highly specialised service which is committed to supporting me in the community?

Would you like to involve me and support me to be part of my local community?

Would you like to be well trained, well supported, well paid and know that you are making a positive difference every time you go to work?

About Me

I am looking for people to support me in my new home in Nuneaton and in my local community. I am a woman in my 30’s with a diagnosis of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) which is a form of autism and a mild/moderate learning disability. I can present with some complex behaviours of concern.

It is important to me that I have a staff team that understands autism and PDA that are patient and understanding. I need consistent support and encouragement, but it is also important to let me progress at my own pace and for staff to be able to recognise when I need space.

Language is crucial, and it is important that staff do not use words use as “no” and “don’t” and my initial reaction to questions is likely to be “no”, so my staff team need to be creative in how they present choices to me.

I enjoy lots of activities in the community but currently I am only accessing them with support from my Mum. I would like to be able to develop a good relationship with my support team so I can feel safe in the community without my Mum.

Role Responsibility

About the role

• I need staff that are patient and understanding.
• Language is extremely important to people with PDA.
• The role will include supporting with personal care.
• The role will include supporting me in my own home and in the community
• You will be required to work alongside specialists in my multi-disciplinary tea.

This is a specialist supported living support service in Nuneaton, North Warwickshire and we have high expectations for our staff. You will receive all the necessary training prior to supporting the person and this will take place locally in Warwickshire.

The Ideal Candidate

You should be

• Experienced in supporting people with autism and PDA.
• Be resilient, patient and understanding. It may take a while to be able to develop a strong bond with me.
• Be consistent in your support approach.
• Be able to use language effectively to enable me to widen my opportunities.

You should have

• The right attitude!
• The ability to work well as part of a team, and with other professionals involved in my support.

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?

Being a member of our bank is a fantastic opportunity to work flexibly around your existing commitments, giving you control over when you want to work in order to suit your own circumstances. But not only that – being employed by Turning Point will also give you access to many of our rewards! Here are some of the great benefits you’ll be eligible for:

• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future, with a blended approach of self-lead learning, experiential learning or more formal learning opportunities
• An annual leave entitlement that accrues as you work, to the equivalent of 29 days a year
• Access to Blue Light Card discounts as well an exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more
• Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
• Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family
• Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication
• A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!