POINT Charity

POINT Charity Committed to inclusion, empowerment and partnership, POINT works to improve outcomes and drive positive change within local communities.

POINT aspire to an inclusive community and society without compromise, where all children and young people with additional needs and/or disabilities are treated equally and fairly. POINT is a registered charity delivering a range of statutory services across Oldham and Blackpool, supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), along with their families. This includes:

Oldham SEND IAS Service
Blackpool SEND IAS Service
Oldham SEND Mediation and Disagreement Resolution Service
Oldham Short Breaks Play & Leisure Service
SEND Workshops & Training Service

As the host of the Oldham Parent Carer Forum, POINT ensures that parent carers have a meaningful voice in shaping local services and influencing key decisions.

POINT are recruiting!We are looking for highly motivated, approachable and compassionate individuals to join our team in...
19/08/2025

POINT are recruiting!

We are looking for highly motivated, approachable and compassionate individuals to join our team in supporting children and young people (aged 0–25) who are on a pathway for Autism and/or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), along with their families.

We are seeking individuals who are:

💡 Passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children, young people and families.

🗣️ Skilled communicators, able to build trusting relationships, with families, professionals and practitioners.

🤝Proactive, empathetic and collaborative in their approach.

Interested? Then we'd love to hear from you.

For more information please use the link below:

https://point-send.co.uk/job-vacancies/

Closing date 29th August 2025 12 noon.

Unsure of what support is available - download your guide and stay informed.
15/07/2025

Unsure of what support is available - download your guide and stay informed.

Preparing for Adulthood : A Guide for Parents and Carers

Supporting a young person into adulthood can feel overwhelming.
This guide is here to help you navigate services and support.

You can download your copy in either of the following ways:

📱 Scan the QR code
🔗 Click the link below

https://files.smartsurvey.io/3/0/ENHCGIY8/Preparing_for_Adulthood.pdf

15/07/2025

🌞 SUMMER HOLIDAY BOOKINGS NOW OPEN! 🌞

Book early to secure your place.

24th July to 31st August 2025 - £10 per session* — Registration and booking required.

For details about the activities on offer and how to book, contact our team: 📞 0161 503 1543 or 📧 activities@point-send.co.uk

An answerphone is available during busy times or out of hours, please leave a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

We’re looking forward to an exciting summer of fun with the children and young people, with SEND, in Oldham!



*Ability Wheelz priced separately, contact the centre direct for more information 0161 503 1548

Oldham Parent Carer Forum have added information to their PADLET.  From access to drop in sessions, to free workshops - ...
15/07/2025

Oldham Parent Carer Forum have added information to their PADLET.

From access to drop in sessions, to free workshops - information in one handy place for you.

📌 We've just updated our Padlet!

✨We've added new dates for evening Hub drop-in sessions at the library over the summer holidays, so you can still access support if you need it!

💪 Find out how to join Bounce Forward’s FREE Raising Resilience courses, really useful support for parents, no cost at all!

It’s all just one click away.

https://padlet.com/POINTOldham/oldham-parent-carer-forum-supported-by-point-d7w3j62xt56wsod4

If you haven’t explored our Padlet yet… you’re missing out! 💡
It’s your go-to space for resources, events, and all the latest support information, easy to use and always up to date. 💬📲

🔗 Check it out and bookmark it! Let it be your support toolkit, anytime, anywhere.

POINT Charity

Oldham SEND Information, Advice & Support Service.

I love Oldham

09/06/2025
Congratulations, Emily!
09/06/2025

Congratulations, Emily!

It's winners week!

⭐Spotlight on our Passion for Parent Awards 2025⭐

Social Care Category Winner 2025
Congratulations Emily!
See below why Emily is the recipient 🎉

If you know a service/individual in social care that has made a difference to you as a parent/carer, nominations are now open for our 2026 awards.

https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/PfP2026/

POINT Charity

More to come next week in the following categories; -
Education Award
Voluntary sector Award
The Geoff Lewis Memorial Award
The Vera Holden Memorial award for Inspirational Young Person
Co-Production Award

Passion for Parents Awards 2025!
04/06/2025

Passion for Parents Awards 2025!

It's winners week!

⭐Spotlight on our Passion for Parents Awards 2025⭐

Health Category Winner 2025. Congratulations Janet! See below why Janet is the recipient 🎉

If you know a service/individual in health that has made a difference to you as a parent/carer, nominations are now open for our 2026 awards!

https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/PfP2026/

POINT Charity

Address

POINT, Chadderton Court, 451 Middleton Road
Oldham
OL99LB

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

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