This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines
Are you looking for a rewarding job, making a real difference to people's lives and supporting them to achieve their goals? Can you see yourself providing support to adults and help to improve their independent living skill and lead a meaningful and active life.
Before going through the pain of completing an application form, why not give Natasha a call on 07815 015073 for an informal chat? As a Support Worker, you will make a real difference to people’s lives. You will receive bespoke training and development opportunities. 100% of our management team in Northumberland began their career with Turning Point as a support worker. We realise though that not everyone wants to climb the ladder which is perfect too - many of our staff have remained happy in a support worker role for over 15 years.
Our service in Berwick provides a 24-hour supported living service on the outskirts of a historic costal town with good access to public transport. We support 6 amazing characters who are very individual in their own right.
You will be encouraging the people we support to live life to their full potential. This will include a variety of community activities, promoting and developing their daily living skills, supporting with medication and health appointments, supporting to manage their personal budgets.
This is a 24-hour service, therefore we can be flexible to meet your preferences where possible. A good work / life balance is important to us all and we do require people to take their share of working weekend and evenings. Our rota is published 8 weeks ahead so you can plan your life too!
What skills and qualities do I need to have?
Whilst knowledge of learning disabilities and or autism may be beneficial, it isn't essential. Our Vision To constantly find new ways to support more people to discover new possibilities in their lives The quality of our services means everything to us. We all communicate in an authentic and confident way that blends support and challenge.
We treat each other and those we support as individuals however difficult and challenging.
We commit to building a strong and financially viable Turning Point together.
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.
Your annual leave entitlement will accrue as you work, to the equivalent of 29 days a year.