Support Worker

Turning Point UK; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs. As a Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in promoting independence and providing day-to-day support. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily activities, encouraging community engagement, and ensuring the safety and well-being of those you support. With opportunities for bespoke training and career development, this position offers a fulfilling path in a not-for-profit environment that values its staff and the community. Embrace the chance to make a real difference!

Benefits

29 days paid holiday

Options to buy additional holidays

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Passionate, caring, and enthusiastic attitude.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and support personal care needs.

Responsibilities

• Promoting independence and supporting daily activities.
• Assisting with personal care needs and medication management.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring safety.

Skills

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Manual Handling

Caring Attitude

Job description

Would you like to be part of an exciting new journey with a brand-new service providing day-to-day support for individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs located in Cramlington?

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? Are you able to bring energy to routine tasks such as cleaning and cooking? Can you help encourage people to build relationships within the local community and maintain connections with those important to them?

As a Support Worker, you will make a real difference in people’s lives and may also find positive changes in your own life. You will receive bespoke training and development opportunities. Notably, 100% of our management team in Northumberland began their careers as support workers. We also recognize that not everyone aspires to climb the career ladder, and many of our staff have enjoyed a support worker role for over 15 years.

If you can communicate effectively in various ways, are friendly, respectful, and eager to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you!

Shift Patterns

This is a 24-hour service; therefore, flexibility is essential. Available shifts include waking nights and sleep-ins, offered on a rotational basis.

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 independence for the people we support
• Supporting a full range of daily activities, including cleaning, cooking, days out, or holidays
• Arranging activities within the home and local community
• Developing life skills and personal interests
• Helping ensure safety and health
• Assisting or prompting 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 to have?

While knowledge of learning disabilities and complex needs is beneficial, it is not essential. The key qualities include:

• Passionate, caring, and enthusiastic
• Flexible, patient, and non-judgemental
• A great team player with lots of energy
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as manual handling

About us

Why Turning Point?

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

We operate as a not-for-profit organization; all earnings are reinvested 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 understand that rewards come in many forms. Whether it’s financial benefits, a culture of recognition, or career development opportunities, we aim to support you comprehensively.

You will receive 29 days of paid holiday per year, increasing to 31 days with service, plus options to buy additional holidays. Discover more about our benefits by following this link: Turning Point Benefits.

Salary: £24,310 based on 37 hours, £29,566 based on 45 hours / £12.60 per hour.