Job Introduction

Do 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.

This is a bank contract, if you lead a busy life and want to pick up a few shifts here and there, this would be ideal for you.

Job description

At Turning Point, we support people with Learning Disabilities and mental health issues across England.

As a Support Worker, you will make a real difference to people's 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?

You will be supporting individuals at Sheldon Ridge Nursing Home for individuals with Learning Disabilities and challenging behaviour due to communication difficulties and other related issues.

You will work as part of a large staff team covering various shift patterns including rotational weekends and nights. All the people at Sheldon Ridge require full support with personal care, dietary, emotional and social care.

We endeavour 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.

Please note: in this service we support people with complex learning disabilities and there are high levels of personal care involved.

Shift Patterns

This is a 24 hour service, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be working a range of shifts from 06:45am to 2:15pm and 1:00pm to 8:30pm, occasional waking nights and some weekends.

Please note that working hours may vary.

Main Responsibilities

What 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 support

Supporting a full range of daily activities including cleaning and cooking, days out or going away on holiday

Arranging activities in the home and in the local community

Developing residents' life skills and personal interests

Helping residents stay safe and healthy

Assisting with personal care needs

Manual handling

Supporting people with medication

Ensuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirements

The Ideal Candidate

What 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 enthusiastic

Flexible, patient and non-judgemental

A great team player with lots of energy

Able to demonstrate good communication skills

Able to complete the physical aspects of the role such as manual handling where needed

About us

Why 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.

Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision – and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.

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.

Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job – we offer you a career.

What benefits will I receive?

Of course, we know it's not about the money. But that doesn't mean we don't reward our people for their invaluable work with a benefits package that includes:

Comprehensive Learning and Development opportunities - we are Investors in People Silver accredited

28 days holiday, increasing with each year of service until 30 days. Plus the option to purchase additional holidays

Flexible benefit options including, bike to work schemes and season ticket loans

Competitive Pension and Life Assurance scheme

Employee Assistance Programme and access to online Health and Wellbeing support

Flexible working patterns to support work/life balance

Access to a wide range of discounts including Cinema, Groceries and Gym