Support Worker - Dairy Mews

Please note: This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with Autism and challenging behaviors? If you’re motivated, enthusiastic, and a creative problem solver, we want to hear from YOU!

At Turning Point , we support individuals with Learning Disabilities across England. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing daily living skills and empowering people to reach their full potential.

Where will I be working?

You’ll be based in one of our Supported Living facilities in Carlisle . Here, we foster positive relationships and provide a supportive environment focused on person-centered care. Your role will involve various activities, from shopping to cooking, all aimed at promoting independence.

We utilize a digital social care record system to streamline daily tasks, allowing you to spend more quality time with the individuals you support.

Shift Patterns: Flexibility is key! This is a 24-hour service, so you’ll be working a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends.

What will I be doing?

This hands-on role means no two days are the same! Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and communication challenges.
• Providing personalized care and assistance.
• Facilitating daily activities at home and in the community.
• Encouraging independence and control over their lives.
• Investing time to understand and deliver effective support.
• Delivering outcome-focused support to enhance skills and interests.
• Maintaining accurate records to ensure effective support planning.

What skills and qualities do I need?

We’re looking for someone with the right attitude and experience in supporting individuals with anxiety and complex needs. Essential qualities include:

• Passion, care, and enthusiasm for helping others.
• Flexibility, patience, and a non-judgmental approach.
• A great team player with plenty of energy.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to handle the physical aspects of the role, including manual handling.

Drivers are desirable but not essential.

As a leading health and social care provider with over 300 locations across England, we take pride in our services. Operating on a not-for-profit basis, we reinvest every penny back into our services and the people we support.

We believe in continuous improvement and are committed to enhancing the lives of those we serve.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We understand that rewards come in many forms. Our total reward package includes:

• 29 days of paid holiday per year, increasing with service.
• Options to buy additional holidays and spread costs.

Join our team and explore the exciting benefits we offer!

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

Turning Point