Part Time Night Support Worker

Turning Point UK; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated support workers to provide person-centred care in Cheltenham. In this hands-on role, you will empower individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs, helping them achieve greater independence through daily activities and support. With a focus on creating positive relationships, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for those you assist. Join a team that values compassion and teamwork, and enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

29 days paid holiday annually

Costco Warehouse membership

Comprehensive reward package

Qualifications

• Knowledge of learning disabilities is beneficial but not essential.
• Essential qualities include being passionate, caring, and enthusiastic.

Responsibilities

• Promoting the independence of the people we support.
• Supporting daily activities like cleaning, cooking, and outings.
• Assisting with personal care needs and medication management.

Skills

Knowledge of learning disabilities

Passionate and caring

Flexible and patient

Team player

Ability to perform physical tasks

Experience in managing anxiety

Job description

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

Everything we do is aimed at providing the very best quality and person-centred support in the right location at the right time, making a real difference for the people and communities we support.

Turning Point supports individuals across the country, and we are currently recruiting support workers for supported living locations across Cheltenham in Woodmancote and Hatherley.

Where will I be working?

You will be working at one of our supported living services in Cheltenham – GL51 or GL52. We offer 24-hour support to people with LD (learning disabilities) and Autism. The level of care required varies across our services. Some supported individuals have profound and multiple learning disabilities and complex health needs; others need assistance with daily activities, personal care, medication, mobility, and daily living tasks.

We endeavour to create positive family relationships and offer a good circle of support. Our focus is on supporting individuals' lives in a person-centred way, including activities such as shopping, managing budgets, and cooking. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible.

Shift Patterns

This is a nights role, working a range of shifts from 9:15 pm to 7:15 am.

Please note that this role involves working 3 out of 4 weekends and 2 weekdays during the week for one week.

Role Responsibilities

What will I be doing?

This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. Your duties will include:

• Promoting the independence of the people we support
• Supporting a full range of daily activities, including cleaning, cooking, outings, or holidays
• Arranging activities in the home and community
• Developing residents' life skills and personal interests
• Helping residents stay safe and healthy
• Assisting with personal care needs
• Supporting medication management
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to service monitoring

The Ideal Candidate

What skills and qualities do I need?

Knowledge of learning disabilities and complex needs is beneficial but not essential. Essential qualities include:

• Passionate, caring, and enthusiastic
• Flexible, patient, and non-judgemental
• A great team player with energy
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as manual handling
• Experience in helping manage anxiety (transferable skills)

A valid driving licence is required.

About us

As a leading health and social care provider with over 300 locations across England, we pride ourselves on our services.

We operate on a not-for-profit basis, reinvesting all earnings into our services and staff. We are committed to continuous improvement and enhancing the lives of those we support.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We offer a comprehensive reward package tailored to individual needs, including ways to support your financial and career growth, recognition, and celebration of achievements.

You will receive 29 days of paid holiday annually, increasing to 31 days with each year of service (pro-rata for part-time roles).

We also provide a non-contractual discretionary bonus: one year's Costco Warehouse membership subscription, subject to passing probation if hired before January 2025.

Discover all the benefits by following this link: Turning Point Benefits.

Salary: £23,808 based on 37 hours (Pro Rota), £28,995 based on 45 hours, or £12.34 per hour.

Frequency: Annual

Job Reference: PT Night Support Worker - Windermere/11310