• Job Description

  Req#: B0471-24-0110?language=en&page=1583&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  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 twodays are the same? Are you flexible with your working hours?Can you see yourself providingcare to adults who needyour support?

  Ifyou have answeredabig 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. A majority of the people we support will have a 1 to 1 or in some cases 2 to 1 support. We also have a few people that have sessions with 3 to 1 staff. We require dynamic and forward thinking staff who are motivated and able to work within their own initiative as well as within a team and think outside the box.

  Where will I be working?

  Our Refocus Day Centre in Salisbury provides support for adults with Learning Disabilities. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible. Day service for adults with complex needs.

  Shift Patterns

  Your working pattern will be 5 days a week, Monday to Friday, starting time 8:30/9:30 and finishing times 15:30/17:00.

  Main duties of the job

  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 anddays out
  • Arranging activitiesin the local community
  • Developinglife skills and personal interests of the people we support
  • Helping the people we support tostay safe and healthy
  • Assisting with personal care needs
  • Moving andhandling
  • Supporting people with medication
  • Ensuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirements
  • Promoting the wellbeing of the people we support by ensuring a person centered approach to all individual needs
  • Working as part of a team and also as a 1-1 using your initiative and creativity
  • Providing bespoke support to individuals who are recognised as having additional needs

  Average potential earnings are £23,949 based on 37 hours.

  *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 differ

  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.

  Date posted

  14 March 2024

  Pay scheme

  Other

  Salary

  £11.05 an hour

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time

  Reference number

  B0471-24-0110

  Job locations

  Turning Point

  Salisbury

  SP2 7TS

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  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.

  We understand 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 that includes:

  • Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future were proud to have a silver accreditation fromInvestors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
  • 28 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
  • An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. Youll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
  • Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
  • Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
  • Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
  • A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more all free to you and your immediate family
  • Recognition awards to recognise colleagues inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
  • Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
  • A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  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.

  We understand 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 that includes:

  • Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future were proud to have a silver accreditation fromInvestors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
  • 28 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
  • An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. Youll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
  • Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
  • Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
  • Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
  • A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more all free to you and your immediate family
  • Recognition awards to recognise colleagues inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
  • Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
  • A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!

  Person Specification

  Experience

  Essential

  • 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-judge-mental
  • 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 moving andhandling

  Person Specification

  Experience

  Essential

  • 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-judge-mental
  • 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 moving andhandling

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Turning Point

  Address

  Turning Point

  Salisbury

  SP2 7TS

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.turning-point.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Turning Point

  Address

  Turning Point

  Salisbury

  SP2 7TS

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.turning-point.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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