Turning Point

Support Worker - Wayfarers

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Job summary

Would you like to be part of a new specialised service which is committed to supporting me?

Would you like to support me in the community, promoting independence and being a part of the next steps in my life?

Main duties of the job

About Me:

I am looking for people to support me in Sandwich at home and in my local community. I live with Autism and Learning disabilities and need support to enjoy life safely.

I enjoy spending time at home playing computer games and sometimes watching films. I love watching the football, Im a strong Arsenal fan. When in the community I enjoy visiting the shops to look at games and DVDs or to eat out. I need you to be consistent in your support and maintain boundaries I need to keep me safe.

I will need people to support me all day in my home and the community with developing community awareness, independent living skills, staying safe, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, managing anxiety and challenges specific to me.

Shift Patterns

This is a 24-hour service, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be working a range of shifts including nights and some weekends.There is always the option to discuss flexible shifts such as nights only, weekends only and part time hours.

Average potential earnings are £30,779based on 37 hours.

*Potential average earnings are a culmination of colleagues working additional shifts and where applicable sleep ins**

** sleep ins are not required in all services

***not all colleagues will work overtime and therefore potential earnings will differ

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.

Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job we offer you a career.

Date posted

01 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,084 to £31,724 a year £13.52 per hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B0471-23-0549

Job locations

Turning Point

Sandwich

CT13 0AW

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

I need my support workers to be patient, understanding and confident in their approach.

My support workers need to be mindful of the language they use when communicating with me, being honest, boundaried and consistent is essential.
Supporting me in challenging situations with a non-judgmental approach.
You will be required to work alongside specialists in multi-disciplinary teams. This may include Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and more.

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

I need my support workers to be patient, understanding and confident in their approach.

My support workers need to be mindful of the language they use when communicating with me, being honest, boundaried and consistent is essential.
Supporting me in challenging situations with a non-judgmental approach.
You will be required to work alongside specialists in multi-disciplinary teams. This may include Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and more.

Person Specification

Ideal Candidate

Essential

You should be
Experienced in supporting people with an Autism diagnosis.
Be resilient, patient and understanding. It will take a while to be able to develop a strong bond with me.
Be consistent in your support approach.
Be able to use language effectively to enable me to widen my opportunities.
You should have:
The right attitude!
The ability to work well as part of a team and independently, and with other professionals involved in my support.
You should have a non-judgmental approach.
This is a specialist supported living service in Sandwich and we have high expectations for our staff. You will receive all the necessary training prior to supporting the person and this will take place locally.

Person Specification

Ideal Candidate

Essential

You should be
Experienced in supporting people with an Autism diagnosis.
Be resilient, patient and understanding. It will take a while to be able to develop a strong bond with me.
Be consistent in your support approach.
Be able to use language effectively to enable me to widen my opportunities.
You should have:
The right attitude!
The ability to work well as part of a team and independently, and with other professionals involved in my support.
You should have a non-judgmental approach.
This is a specialist supported living service in Sandwich and we have high expectations for our staff. You will receive all the necessary training prior to supporting the person and this will take place locally.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Turning Point

Address

Turning Point

Sandwich

CT13 0AW

Employer's website

https://www.turning-point.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Turning Point

Address

Turning Point

Sandwich

CT13 0AW

Employer's website

https://www.turning-point.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)