Support Worker

Turning Point UK; Bedlington; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days holiday

Training & development

Not-for-profit employer

Employee benefits package

Job summary

Turning Point UK is recruiting a dedicated Support Worker to help people with learning disabilities and mental health needs to live fulfilling lives. The role involves practical daily tasks, arranging activities in the home and local community, and promoting independence while maintaining safety and health.

You will join a not-for-profit organisation that values empathy, energy, and strong teamwork. Training and development opportunities are provided, with shift patterns including days and

Qualifications

• Experience or understanding of learning disabilities and mental health is essential or beneficial.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive team and adapt to changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Promote independence and support daily activities including cleaning and cooking.
• Plan and arrange community activities and days out for tenants.
• Support with personal care, medication, and record keeping to required standards.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Mental health awareness

Job description

Job IntroductionWould you like to be a part of an exciting new journey for a brand-new service providing day to day support for individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs located in Cramlington and Bedlington?Could you see yourself supporting our tenants to live fulfilled lives? Do you enjoy going on day trips, and exploring the local area to help source meaningful activities for our tenants? Would you be able to inject some liveliness into the boring tasks such as cleaning and cooking? Can you see yourself encouraging people to build relationships with the local community and helping the people we support maintain relationships with those important to them?As a Support Worker, you will make a real difference to people’s lives and you may also make a positive difference to your own life. You will receive bespoke training and development opportunities. 100% of our management team in Northumberland began their career with Turning Point as a support worker.Please note that experience in the mental health sector is essential. Some of our service users demonstrate challenging behaviours as part of there ongoing mental health recovery. This can manifest in extreme cases as self harm and emotional instability. Therefore the right candidate will need to possess a deep level of empathy, understanding and patience.Shift PatternsPlease note that this is a mixture of days and Night shifts.Role ResponsibilityWhat 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 supportsupporting a full range of daily activities including cleaning and cooking, days out or going away on holidayarranging activities in the home and in the local communitydeveloping life skills and personal interestshelping our people stay safe and healthy.assisting or prompting with personal care needssupporting people with medicationensuring record keeping is always maintained to the required standard and contributing to service monitoring requirements.The Ideal CandidateWhat 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 enthusiasticmental health experienceflexible, patient, and non-judgementala great team player with lots of energyable to demonstrate good communication skills.able to complete the physical aspects of the role such as manual handling where needed.About usWhy 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.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.What Benefits Will I Receive?We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.You will get 29 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 31 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employeesTurning Point Benefits.Turning PointAttached documentsGrade 2 - Support Worker.pdfApply