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.

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?

You will be based across 4 of our services in Watford. The services provide relaxed and comfortable homes for the people we support.  We support people with a variety of challenges and/or complex health needs.  You will be working alongside experienced staff that will be more than happy to support you to learn the role and to get to know the people you will be supporting. 

You will be required to work between South Oxhey, North Watford and West Watford areas. This is on a rota basis and may involve you working between all services on different days of the week depending on the service needs.

We have home vehicles so Drivers strongly desirable but not essential.

Parkview

Welcome to Parkview. We are a 24 hour Residential Care Home providing care for up to 6 residents with moderate to profound Learning Disabilities for over 20 years. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible. Your role will include supporting with personal care, manual handling, helping with medication, keeping residents safe and promoting their independence and housekeeping as well as supporting a range of daily activities including Arts and Crafts, music sessions, swimming  and even going on holiday!

Sybden

Welcome to Sybden. We are a 24-hour residential care home providing care for people with Learning Disabilities for almost 20 years.

We accommodate up to six people with mild to severe Learning Disabilities. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible.

Timberlea

Welcome to Timberlea. We are a 24 hour supported living service, providing care for people with Learning Disabilities and Mental Health Needs for over 10 years. We accommodate up to twelve people with mild to moderate Learning Disabilities, mental health needs and challenging behaviour. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible.

Hagden Lane

Welcome to Hagden Lane. We are a 24 hour supported living service, providing care for people with Learning Disabilities and / or Mental Health Needs. We accommodate up to 6 individuals with Learning Disabilities and / or mental health needs, spilt across 2 homes located next door to each other. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible.

Shift Patterns

These are 24 hour services, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be working a range of shifts from 7:00/8:00am to 2:00/3:00pm and 2:00/3:00 pm to 9:00/10:00pm, sleep ins or waking nights, some weekends and bank holidays.

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

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 opportunities to 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