PEOPLE who have lost their jobs because of the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic are being urged to consider changing career.

Social care worker positions are among the many paid roles being offered by social care organisation Turning Point to support the most vulnerable people in society.

The substance misuse service in Trowbridge and Salisbury says all new recruits will receive full training and on-going learning support to ensure they can offer the highest quality care.

Julie Bass, chief executive officer at Turning Point, said: “Many people have lost their jobs or are facing the prospect of unpaid time off due to coronavirus.

“In these uncertain times people have responded with courage and commitment; Turning Point also needs your talents to support some of the most vulnerable people in society.

“For those seeking a job in which they can have a visible and immediate impact, look no further. If someone was working in a café that’s had to temporarily shut its doors or in a nursery that’s been forced to close, then this could be the perfect opportunity.“What we need are enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are committed to supporting others in fulfilling their potential.”

Turning Point are targeting the estimated 700,000 people who have lost their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly those with transferable skills from retail, hospitality and travel industries.

The opportunities on offer include permanent, temporary and bank roles across Turning Point’s services.

Support workers for example play a vital role in helping people with learning disabilities by improving their living skills. The job is always varied – one day they could be playing Xbox and the next helping to cook meals for the week.

Turning Point run all of their services based on the values of social enterprise; every penny made is invested back into their services and their people.

To view the jobs available, go to www.careers.turning-point.co.uk/