Job Introduction

At Turning Point, we support people across England with learning disabilities, mental health and complex needs.

We now have an opportunity for Team Manager to oversee a number of LD and outreach services across Whichford, Aldbanks and Leighton Buzzard. As the Team Manager you will have management responsibility of these services, supporting individual with learning disabilities, complex needs and mental health. As one of our management team, you'll enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life too, as you benefit from an exceptional level of internal and external training as well as a highly supportive management team.

Whichford:

We support 1 lady, in her residential home, with day to day activities and regaining independence and life skills. The lady we support is physically able and enjoys accessing the community both with support and independently.

Aldbanks

Aldbanks is a home in Dunstable that provides individuals with the transition or the next step to becoming more independent and to be able to live in their community. You will need to be passionate about people; you’ll enjoy the scope and support individuals to gain the skills to live independently. With an emphasis on key working, you’ll need to work flexibly and to be responsible for the day to day running of the service.

Role Responsibility

Building on your experience of working with people with learning disabilities, and mental health,  you'll set, maintain and develop standards as part of our service. As manager, your focus will always be on ensuring the delivery of consistently high quality services - all within a challenging, but very rewarding environment. In this varied Team Manager role, you'll also carry out risk assessments, implement care plans and handle some operational management. Whilst this role is predominately off rota but you would be expected to work alongside the support and recovery workers, should the need arise.

The Ideal Candidate

Suitably qualified, with ideally with some managerial experience in the mental health sector or with people with learning disabilities, complex needs or autism, it’s essential that you have a good understanding of the recovery and support model, together with a solution–focused attitude and a person–centred approach. You’ll be equally comfortable getting things done on your own initiative and as part of a team, and have no problems working in a fast–paced environment and adapting to challenging situations. And of course, you’ll be the sort of person who enjoys talking to people with different needs, is genuinely interested in helping them, and possesses a deep level of empathy, understanding and patience. The ability to meet financial and business targets and a track record of supporting and empowering people to live more independently in their community is necessary. Flexibility is essential, and ideally, you'll also have a full driving license and access to a car.

About us

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 that includes:

• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – we’re proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
• 28 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy or sell 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!

As part of the fight against COVID-19 here are some of the measures we have in place to keep our team members and the people we support safe:

• Enhanced Infection/Prevention Control Measures, including the use of PPE, social distancing and regular testing
• Following all government guidance applicable to our services as a minimum and ensuring our teams are trained effectively
• Strongly encouraging colleagues to receive a vaccination to keep themselves and those around them safe, enabling access through time off & covering transport costs
• Regular updates, FAQs, myth busting from Turning Point’s clinical team as well as wellbeing seminars which provide support on a variety of topics

Turning Point