Female Support Worker

Turning Point; Wrose; On-site; GBP 23,000 - GBP 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-respected support service provider is seeking a dedicated 1-1 Female Support Worker in Bradford, UK. The role involves promoting independence for residents with learning disabilities through various daily activities and personal care. Ideal candidates should be passionate, flexible, and compassionate. This is a part-time, permanent position requiring 20 hours per week, with training opportunities available. Generous holiday allowance and a supportive working environment are offered.

Benefits

29 days' paid holiday

Training and development opportunities

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and caring persona is essential.
• Ability to complete physical aspects of the role, including manual handling.
• Knowledge of learning disabilities would be beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Promote the independence of people supported.
• Support a full range of daily activities.
• Assist with personal care needs.
• Help residents stay safe and healthy.
• Maintain record keeping as required.

Skills

Passionate about people

Flexible and patient

Good communication skills

Team player

Job description

# 1-1 Female Support Worker### Job IntroductionIf 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.Norman Mount is a purpose built house in the BD2 area of Bradford; the house is home to four adults with a learning disability who are supported to live as independently as possible in their home.This role is for 1-1 support for a lady at Norman Mount for community support and will include supporting her to access activities she enjoys locally, supporting her with her eating/drinking and continence support.We endeavour to create positive family relationships offering a good circle of support. There is a strong focus on supporting individuals' lives in a person centred way which includes various activities, shopping, managing own budgets and cooking. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible.**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 LeaderPlease 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**Please note that you would be required to work 4hrs per day, across 5 days. Overtime will also be an option at this service.### Role ResponsibilityThis 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 including creams and lotions* ensuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirements.### The Ideal CandidateWhilst 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 neededAs a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.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.We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, 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.You will get 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.Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees Turning Point Benefits.Turning Point### Attached documents| | || --- | --- || Salary | £23,808 based on 37 hours, £28,995 based on 45 hours / £12.34 per hour || Frequency | Annual || Job Reference | 1-1 Support Worker - Norman mount/12570 || Contract Type | Permanent || Closing Date | 8 March, 2026 || Job Category | Support Work || Business Unit | Learning Disabilities || Location | Bradford, United Kingdom || Posted on | 9 February, 2026 || Contract Details | Part-Time || Working Hours | 20hrs per week |### Spread the word