Employability

      "Every service user who wants to work should
       be supported to find work!"

At Turning Point Scotland, we believe that every service user who wants to work should be supported to find work, whether it is a paid job or working in the community and voluntary sectors. 

Employability is not only about getting jobs, it is about helping raise people's aspirations, preparing them for employment and ensuring that they have the qualities and skills required to retain jobs.  It therefore includes raising awareness of, and signposting to, education and training opportunities that help meet employment goals set by service users.

Employability support is offered to service users when they join a service and if appropriate again at regular meetings. Support is client centred and delivered in the most relevant manner for both the service user and the service. This can take the form of one-to-one meetings, group work or referral to other agencies as appropriate. 

For some people finding a job is the key to long-term stability and independence, and is an essential part of assisting them to lead as full a life as possible.