Support Worker

Turning Point UK; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement (29 days)

Training and development

Career progression opportunities

Total reward package

Job summary

Turning Point UK is seeking a dedicated Support Worker in Stoke-on-Trent to help adults with learning disabilities. You will support daily living activities, accompany residents on outings, and promote independence in a 24-hour supported living setting.

The role requires flexibility for shifts including waking nights and weekends, with a focus on compassionate care, safety, and progress of residents’ personal goals. Training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience with learning disabilities beneficial but not essential.
• Ability to perform the physical aspects of the role, including manual handling.
• Strong communication skills and empathetic approach.
• Willingness to work shifts including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Promote independence and support daily living activities.
• Assist with cleaning, cooking, and activities in the home and community.
• Develop residents' life skills and personal interests.
• Keep accurate records and support medication administration as required.
• Ensure residents stay safe and healthy.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Flexibility

Patience

Caring nature

Job description

Job IntroductionDo you have a caring nature? Are you looking to make a difference to people's lives? Do you want to work in an environment where no two days are the same? Are you flexible with your working hours? Can you see yourself providing care to adults who need your support?If you have answered a big YES to these questions we would love to hear from you.At 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 services in Stoke-on-Trent are based in the Meir Heath area where we provide 24 hour supported living facilities providing care for adults with Learning Disabilities. We accommodate up to 8 people with mild to complex Learning Disabilities. 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 including waking nights and some weekends.*Potential average earnings are a culmination of colleagues working additional shifts and where applicable sleep ins**** sleep ins are not required in all services***not all colleagues will work overtime and therefore potential earnings will differRole 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 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 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 handling where neededAbout usWe 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 BenefitsTurning PointAttached documents 2022 SW Role Profile and Job expectations (1) (1).pdfApply