Why do you do the job you do?

I do this job because I like to think I will have a positive impact on the resident's lives. 

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How long have you worked for Turner?

I've been here just over 2 years.

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What did you do before?

Before working here, I had various roles in different sectors. Unfortunately I got made redundant due to Covid. I'd briefly done community care jobs in the past and always loved it, so it was a great opportunity to get back into the sector. 

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​What attracted you to work for Turner?

Making a difference in people's lives is the main reason why I wanted to work here. Also, I enjoy the flexible working hours of the job. 

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What are your aspirations for the future (for yourself and Turner)?

Eventually I would like to get into Occupational Therapy. Whether that is with Turner home or elsewhere.

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What is your favourite part of your job?

Having the freedom to book events and activities for the residents that would best suit their interests, such as entertainment inside the home (singers, animals etc), day trips out etc. I love building a rapport with the men on an individual level.

Why do you do the job you do?

I believe that job of the care worker is very rewarding as it gives the opportunity to make a difference to someone’s life. For me, it is a great privilege.

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How long have you worked for Turner?

For about 4 years. I had a short time (few months) in other Nursing Homes, but I came back, because I missed Turner.

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What did you do before?

I was working as an accountant over 20 years and I really wanted to change my career, to do something what can give me more satisfaction and more meaning (when it comes to my values). I decided to give care a try, did all my training and shadow shifts and started to work with people with spinal cord injuries. After a while I started in Turner, and I can say I am very happy. I made the best decision for me.

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What attracted you to work for Turner?

Turner is just different to all the other places I’ve had chance to work. It feels like home, family. We have an incredible team of people, lovely residents, good relationships and very supportive management.

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What are your aspirations for the future (for yourself and Turner)?

My aspirations for the future are to improve even more and to be courageous to implement positive changes.

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What is your favourite part of your job?

My favourite part of my job is interaction with our residents. Special events, like Christmas, Bonfire Night, Halloween etc., they are just magical at Turner.

Why do you do the job you do?

I do what I do because I love making a difference to people's lives. I enjoy learning about their life history and listening to their stories. 

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How long have you worked for Turner?

I have officially worked at Turner for nearly 3 years but I worked here on the agency for 6 months before I joined permanently

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What did you do before?

I was an agency Health Care Assistant and have also worked for BUPA healthcare as well.

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What attracted you to work for Turner?

I was coming here while with an agency and was eventually only coming to Turner so I decided to apply for a permanent position. I fell in love with the home and the residents and could not see myself working anywhere else. The staff are like one big family and it makes all the difference to other places I have worked.

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What are your aspirations for the future (for yourself and Turner)?

I would eventually like to do a nursing degree and work my way through a career in nursing. I would like for Turner to keep expanding and making improvements as I feel it is an essential part of the community.

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What is your favourite part of your job?

My favourite part of the job is seeing the happiness and joy on the resident's faces when I return after time off or when they haven't seen me in a while.

Why do you do the job you do?

I do my job because I love to help others, especially those who may struggle to help themselves. My grandfather passed away in a home neglected so I do my job to assure families and other residents that they will never have to suffer the same injustice he did. This is the first job I have done which I genuinely love, and I get home at the end of the day satisfied with my work and the impact I could've made on someone life. 

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How long have you worked for Turner?

6 months.

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What did you do before?

I have always worked in construction whether that be labouring, fitting, stonemasonry or landscaping. 

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What attracted you to work for Turner?

Both of my parents have always worked in healthcare and my mum works at the home and always spoke very highly of Turner. 

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What are your aspirations for the future (for yourself and Turner)?

I would like to improve and hone my skills as a team leader and eventually one day manage a home like this myself. Also to continue and improve the excellent care, we provide here at Turner.

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What is your favourite part of your job?

Working with and leading a great team to achieve a high standard of care. 

Why do you do the job you do?

I love cooking and baking for others.

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How long have you worked for Turner?

I've worked at Turner for over 15 years. 

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What did you do before?

I worked in a few places before Turner, always related to the food and drink industry e.g. Harry Ramsdens , Sainsburys. I was also part owner of a bar and restaurant in the city centre.

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What attracted you to work for Turner?

Both my sisters worked at Turner for many years and I knew they loved their jobs . 

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What are your aspirations for the future (for yourself and Turner)?

I hope to carry on in my role for many more years, taking care of the catering side but also helping the residents and other members of staff to make Turner a safe and comfortable home for our residents. 

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What is your favourite part of your job?

We are like a family, we help each other and the men, everything we do is to benefit our residents.. I also love hearing compliments on our food and cakes from the residents and other staff. 

Why do you do the job you do?

Amazing colleagues and residents.

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How long have you worked for Turner?

14 months.

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What did you do before?

I've done all sorts of health and social care jobs - home manager/ clinical lead /regional manager/nurse/care assistant.

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What attracted you to work for Turner?

This just felt like a really different role to the ones I'd done before. 

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What are your aspirations for the future (for yourself and Turner)?

I hope to spend my remaining working life at Turner, helping to make it an even more amazing environment for the men and staff.

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What is your favourite part of your job?

Enjoying time supporting the men.

Why do you do the job you do?

I do the job I do because, it’s a privilege to care for/support other people. 

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How long have you worked for Turner?

I have worked at Turner for six years.

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What did you do before?

Nursing. I have always worked as a nurse.

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What attracted you to work for Turner?

Someone introduced me to the home, and the challenge to work in such a complex place.  Also, the training that is given to the staff to meet the challenges of the job.

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What are your aspirations for the future (for yourself and Turner)?

I aspire to enhance my skills, gain more practical experience and knowledge to do my job better. Also, to contribute to the growth of Turner to be one of the good homes where people will like their relatives to stay.

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What is your favourite part of your job?

Interacting with the residents to know them better and to be able to support/care for them in a person-centred way.

Why do you do the job you do?

I love the job I do, I love to welcome a new resident and provide a safe homely and comfortable environment for them all.

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How long have you worked for Turner?

I’ve worked in Turner for 13 years.

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What did you do before?

I worked in retail before starting at the home.

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What attracted you to work for Turner?

My mum had worked at Turner for several years and thought I would be a great fit and enjoy the work.

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What are your aspirations for the future (for yourself and Turner)?

My aspirations for myself would be to continue to provide a great level of care at Turner, I'm also looking forward to completing the revamp project of the lounges and main corridor areas..

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What is your favourite part of your job?

I love to work as part of a team and support and nurture my team members, we’re a family 😊