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. Job description 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? We are providing support for adults with learning disabilities and physical disabilities. Bowling Avenue supports up to 3 ladies with learning disabilities and complex needs we are located within the Wrenthorpe area of Wakefield  The ladies like various activities and require support with daily living tasks  You will be required to provide a person-centred approach in all aspects of the client’s lives, including managing their home, some personal care, accessing their local community facilities, and maintaining contact with other important people in their lives. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible. You will be supporting people who have learning disabilities, Autism and other health conditions. You may be asked to attend GP appointments and hospital appointments. A full UK driving license is preferable. We use a digital social care record system, to support daily recording, which will make your day-to-day tasks easier and allows you tospend more time with the People We Support. 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 This is a 24 hour service, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be working a range of shifts from 7:00am to 2:00/3:00pm and 2:00/3:00 pm to 9:00/10:00pm, sleep ins or waking nights, some weekends. Please note that the shifts may vary. Role Responsibility 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 transferable experience of helping people to manage anxiety About us What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether it's a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunitiesto 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, with a blended approach of self-lead learning, experiential learning or more formal learning opportunities 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 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. You’ll 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! Turning Point Attached documents