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This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines 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? We offer 24 hour supported living facilities in providing care for adults with Learning Disabilities. We support people with complex Learning Disabilities, Autism, Health needs and Physical disabilities. Some of our service users are non verbal and others require higher levels of personal care and manual handling/hoisting. This is a very hands on role. 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. Please note that you must be a driver to be considered for this role. Shift Patterns This is a 24 hour service, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be working a range of shifts from 7:00/8:00 am to 2:00/3:00 pm and 2:00/3:00 pm to 9:00/10:00 pm, sleep ins or waking nights, some weekends. Please note that working hours may vary from service to service. 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 personal intimate care, support with eating and drinking and involvement in the day to day activities in the home., • PEG feeding/flushing, • Following Health Professionals guidance and protocols around eating and drinking, behaviour and mobility., • Supporting individuals to stay safe using positive risk assessments., • Manual handling & Hoisting, • Supporting people with medication including creams and lotions 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 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. What Benefits Will I Receive? 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 the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point

All About The Role We are looking for a Social Worker who have the child's voice at the heart of everything they do and are committed to working with families in a way that is collaborative and relational at every step. Our Assessment Teams are a rewarding but fast-paced environment to work in. We are committed to ensuring that children, young people and families in our community receive a positive and timely service, proportionate to their needs and informed by their own expertise. The work is rich, varied and allows for a high level of multi-agency working, often to tight timelines. The nature of our work means that you see positive outcomes quickly and have an opportunity to make a difference for children at the early stages of our involvement. All About Our Team We are proud to have created a space where colleagues can learn and reflect together in Service Workshops as well as benefit from monthly individual supervisions. We recognise that the job can bring challenges and ensure our Social Workers are well supported to do their best for children. You will have the opportunity to be creative in your work, contribute to Service development and will have the opportunity to have your ideas and voice heard. Peterborough Children's Social Care social work practice is underpinned by Family Valued principles, placing the voices of children and their families at the heart of our assessments and planning. We use Motivation Interviewing to create change and support families to develop their own solutions. Our team is supported by Children's Information and Advice Officers (CIAOs) and Business Support which makes administrative tasks much more manageable. You will also be supported by a permanent Team Manager, who will provide you with a consistent and reliable leadership. We are supporting our colleagues in career progression and have a comprehensive Learning and Development offer to contribute to your professional growth. All About You We are looking for social workers enthusiastic about their practice and making a meaningful difference. We work with families in a way that draws on their strengths, respects their rights and invites their expertise and participation. We want all of our Social Workers to share this commitment. You must: • Be a qualified Social Worker with a Social Work England registration, • Have the ability to work from a variety of locations and travel countywide independently All About Our Benefits We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme… • Access to a range of benefits via Vivup, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes, • Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata), • Access to car lease scheme, • Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances, • Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings, • Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth, • Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day, • Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network, • Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards All About Our Commitments We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success. We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are disabled and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact we will work with you to meet your needs. Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment If you've already applied and completed the recruitment process for this position within the last three months, there's no need to reapply. We really appreciate your interest and thank you for considering us.

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Registered Nurse at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the physical, psychological and social needs of our residents to help us deliver the quality care they deserve. We'll look to you to create a safe and supportive environment for residents with range of physical and mental needs, whilst also relying on your professional judgement to make critical clinical decisions. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from developing tailored care plans to providing medicine safely and delivering excellence across everything you do. As a Registered Nurse (RGN), you'll have the autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOU You'll need to have current NMC registration and a good knowledge of the most up-to-date clinical practices to join us as a Registered Nurse (RGN). Experience of producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is important too, as is an understanding of regulatory frameworks, including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. Dedicated and compassionate, you'll pride yourself on your person-centred, thoughtful approach to nursing. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses) And so much more! If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.

Are you a compassionate and dedicated person seeking an exciting career in residential care? Do you have the passion and drive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people? We are looking for enthusiastic residential care workers to join our amazing team, building strong relationships and fostering a warm, supportive, and rewarding environment to the children and young people in our care. No two days are the same in this dynamic and fulfilling role! From planning engaging activities and providing one-on-one support to accompanying young people on off-site trips, each day presents new challenges and opportunities. As a residential care worker, you’ll need to be adaptable, flexible, and skilled at reading situations to help guide young people towards making positive choices. For this role, whilst experience is preferred it is not necessary – if you have a positive, can-do attitude and the passion to make a real, meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people then this is the perfect role for you! What We Offer: • £30 per sleep in - on a full time basis this could be an additional £3600 per year (based on 10 sleep ins per month), • A full two weeks of paid training before starting the role, • Overtime rate of x1.25, • 2 – 3 shifts per week on a full-time basis, • Providing emotional support during challenging times, • Fostering ambition in young people, assisting them in achieving their goals and maximising their potential, • Offering support in the educational pursuits of young individuals, • Maintaining accurate records and preparing written reports for planning meetings, reviews or any other meetings as directed by the line manager., • Empowering young people to actively participate in decision-making about their lives and future, • Acting as an advocate in meetings where the young person is the subject of discussion, • Encouraging community engagement, attending off-site activities, and expanding their personal social networks, • Minimum age requirement: 21 years old, • Full UK driving license preferable but not essential, • No prior experience necessary, only a commitment and passion for working with young people, • £30 additional payment per sleep-in shift, • Enhanced DBS covered, • Comprehensive induction and training provided, • 2-3 shifts per week for an excellent work/life balance We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to undergo a thorough background check. Join our team and help shape brighter futures!

About the Role We are seeking experienced Childrens Social Workers to join our Assessment Team. This is a vital role where you will respond to referrals involving concerns about a childs safety or wellbeing. Your primary responsibility will be to investigate concerns, assess risks and protective factors, and determine the most appropriate course of action to safeguard children. You will work directly with children and families, ensuring the childs voice is central to all assessments and decisions. This role involves a wide range of statutory duties and requires strong analytical and communication skills. Key Responsibilities Respond to new referrals and carry out initial investigations into child safety concerns. Complete Section 17 Single Assessments and Section 47 Enquiries. Participate in Initial Child Protection Conferences and Child in Need meetings. Prepare Section 7 reports for private law proceedings when required. Conduct home visits and engage directly with children and families. Ensure all decisions are evidence-based and focused on the childs best interests. Team Structure & Working Pattern The team operates on a three-week duty rota, meaning each team handles new referrals only once every three weeks. When on duty, social workers are expected to work from the office at Sand Martin House. During off-duty weeks, you will focus on ongoing cases with flexibility for hybrid working. You will be supported by an Advice and Information Officer, a Childrens Social Care Practitioner, and dedicated business support staff, allowing you to concentrate on direct work with families. What Were Looking For Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Experience in childrens services, particularly assessment and safeguarding. Strong ability to manage complex cases and make sound, evidence-based decisions. Excellent communication and engagement skills with children and families. If you thrive to make a difference and have 3 years Social worker experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ

If you are looking for a flexible part time role with a values-based organisation that has the people we support at the heart of everything we do, this is the role for you. At POhWER, we are passionate about making a difference in peoples lives and push boundaries to make an impact. As one of our casual workers, you will be able to bring this to life. If you are ready to take on a role that impacts your community and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, you will be the perfect match for one of our Bank Advocate roles. We have a diverse range of employee, bank workers and volunteers from different backgrounds. Previous or current job roles and experiences working with vulnerable people is beneficial however we are more focused on recruiting based on values and the passion to make a difference. Hours of Work: Bank worker hours will be varied: hours to be between 9am - 5pm Monday Friday as required. Location: Home based with travel around the Peterborough area. (Applicants should live in the Peterborough area; have a full drivers licence and access to their own transport. ) Please note: You will be expected to be take a flexible approach and potentially could be expected to commute outside of your specified borough. This commute would be covered within our Mileage rate within our policy. Due to the requirements of this role we are happy to also consider applications from outside of the posted location. Salary: £12.60 per hour Contract Type: Bank Independent Advocate Requirements: Strong communication and time management skills to successfully work remotely. Excellent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn software packages such as client management databases. Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of records and reporting to meet tight deadlines. Desirable: Previous experience in advocacy, information and advice, or a similar role within health, social care, or the voluntary sector. Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults. Working knowledge of public and voluntary organisations. Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do At POhWER, we are committed to empowering individuals and enabling their voices to be heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care. Our team is dedicated to listening, exploring options, and taking action to meet our clients' best interests. Think you are the perfect fit for this Independent Advocate role? Don't wait! Apply Now with your CV and Cover letter! Closing Date: 9AM, Friday 2nd January 2026(We reserve the right to close this vacancy early) An Enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position. We're proud to support our colleagues from the armed forces signing the Armed Forces Covenant in August 2024. Successful applicants will need to obtain business insurance for their own vehicle. POhWER is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are a level 2 Disability confidence scheme employer, and disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. POhWER is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, women, men, Black, Asian and other racially minoritised people, LGBTQ+ who are currently under-represented in our workforce. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support people from different backgrounds. TPBN1_UKTJ