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Support Worker (Night Worker)

Turning Point
Buttershaw, West Yorkshire
Salary
£24,773
Job type
full time
Location
Buttershaw, West Yorkshire, Bradford; West Yorkshire; Yorkshire and the Humber; England
Job Introduction This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines. 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 support them to lead fulfilling lives. 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. Within Reevy Road you will support individuals with a range of needs, including behaviour support, complex health care and personal intimate support. You will also support individuals to be part of the community. We endeavour to create positive family and professional relationships offering a good circle of support. There is a strong focus on supporting individuals' lives in a person centred way which includes promoting choice, demonstrating respect and maintaining health. Training and Development We offer training to all those who want to develop their skills and competencies not just in the care sector but in other areas too. Level 2 and 3 Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 Operational Team Leader Please note training will be offered after your probation period ends which is 6 months. Once you begin your training with us you will have your own coach who will support you through your programme. Shift Patterns Please note that this is a Nights position with working hours between 9:15pm - Promoting the independence of people we support supporting a full range of daily activities including personal intimate care, support with eating and drinking and involvement in the day to day activities in the home. PEG feeding/flushing Managing epilepsy Suction support Stoma care Cough assist and chest physiotherapy Catheter care Following Health Professionals guidance and protocols around eating and drinking, behaviour and mobility. Supporting individuals to stay safe using positive risk assessments. Manual handling Supporting people with medication including creams and lotions Ensuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirements using a digital recording system. 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. 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 Transferable experience of helping people to manage anxiety 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. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. 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. You will get 29days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 31days. Plus the option to buyadditional holidays and spread the cost. Support Worker.
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