Support Worker (Night Worker Supported

All applicants must have a full UK driving licence to be considered for this role.  Are you flexible with your working hours? Can you see yourself providing care to adults who need your support?  There is one vision that everyone shares at Turning Point, which is held together by our values. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to supporting people with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives, then Turning Point is for you. About the people you will be supporting: We are a group of people with learning disabilities, that require high levels of support. We enjoy spending time together but also have individual interests, to which we need support to be able to take part in  We support people that can demonstrate behaviours that can be considered challenging. The majority of the people we support need a high level of support with regard to personal care although moving and handling needs are minimal. Shift Patterns: Please note that this is a nights role. You will be working day shifts until all competencies are complete and then you will move onto nights. Daily support we need from you: Assisting with our personal care needs To prepare food for us or with our involvement when we want Support us with our food and drinks Manual handling Supporting us with medication including creams and lotions Help us to manage our money safely To help us keep our home clean and tidy Knowledge of our learning disabilities and complex needs is essential; Flexible, patient and non-judgemental Able to complete the physical aspects of the role such as manual handling where needed Transferable experience of helping people to manage anxiety 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 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 cost.