Support Worker

Turning Point; Cannock; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days holiday

Total reward package

Job summary

Turning Point UK is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist adults with learning disabilities in a 24-hour supported living service in Cannock. You will help residents develop daily living skills, plan activities, and promote independence in a person-centred approach.

Flexibility is essential due to shift patterns. You may work early, late, sleep-ins or waking nights, including weekends, and you will be supported by a welcoming team with training provided.

Qualifications

• Passionate, caring and enthusiastic.
• Good communication skills.
• Flexible, patient and non-judgemental.
• A great team player with lots of energy.

Responsibilities

• Promoting the independence of people we support.
• Supporting daily activities including cleaning and cooking.
• Arranging activities in the home and local community.
• Developing residents' life skills and personal interests.
• Helping residents stay safe and healthy.
• Assisting with personal care needs.
• Manual handling as required.
• Supporting people with medication.
• Maintaining records and contributing to monitoring.

Job description

Job IntroductionAt 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?Our service is a 24 hour supported living facility in providing care for 5 adults with Learning Disabilities and additional health issues.We endeavor to create positive family relationships offering a good circle of support. There is a strong focus on supporting individuals' lives in a person centred way which includes various activities, shopping, managing own budgets and cooking. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible.Shift PatternsThis is a 24 hour service, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be working a range of shifts from 7:00/8:00 am to 2:00/3:00pm and 3:00/3:00 pm to 9:00/10:00pm, sleep ins or waking nights, some weekends.Please note that working hours may vary from service to service.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 residents' life skills and personal interestsHelping residents stay safe and healthyAssisting with personal care needsManual handlingSupporting people with medicationEnsuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirementsThe 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 enthusiasticFlexible, patient and non-judgementalA great team player with lots of energyAble to demonstrate good communication skillsAble to complete the physical aspects of the role such as manual handlingAbout usWhat 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: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 costJoin our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employeesTurning Point BenefitsWe reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing dateTurning PointAttached documents 2022 SW Role Profile and Job expectations.pdfApply