Driver - Support Worker (company car) Supported Living Service in Spalding, Holbeach PE12 Pay: £11.90 per hour (overtime rate of £12.40) Working hours: part-time/full-time This position involves driving the company car (kept on site) and candidates must meet t he following criteria to be fully insured: Have a valid UK driving licence (manual) and have had this for a period longer than 2 years (or less, subject to the insurer's approval) Are over 25 years old Are under 70 years old We are looking for a Driver/Support Worker to drive service users in the company vehicle, so a valid UK driving licence is essential.
Accordia staff benefit from great career progression, sector-leading professional training and great job stability.
We specialise in providing person-centred care for adults with a Forensic mental health background, challenging behaviour, learning disabilities and autism to enable them to play a meaningful part within their community.
You will be responsible for the delivery of outstanding care to the people we support.
We are looking for motivated individuals who want a rewarding role as part of a service that makes a difference.
Our supported living service is a short drive from Spalding and Holbeach stations and has on-site parking.
Requirements Experience with working with people with Mental health , Autism, Challenging behvaiours and Learning Disabilities People who have used restraint or would be comfortable being trained to use restraint Can lone work with confidence and be part of a wider team Strong values and person-centred approach Must be able to work shifts to meet the needs of the service Individuals who are enthusiastic, resilient, energetic, and proactive Individuals who can go biking, fishing, swimming and engage in physical activity with the person they will be supporting You will need to be enthusiastic and creative to provide the best person-centred support possible A commitment to personal and professional development Resilience and drive to overcome challenges The ability to understand and demonstrate empathy for the people you are supporting Be passionate about supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism Be prepared to work with people who present with challenging behaviour and in some cases risky behaviours Be energetic, active, confident and fun!
Desirable: Experience working with either a forensic mental health , supported living or residential setting Can evidence NVQ qualification in social care or Care Certificate – Training can be provided Have a knowledge and understanding of diabetes or worked with individuals with diabetes – Training can be provided Have a valid driving licence Live within a 30-minute commute / drive to the service address Have a driving licence Benefits Fully paid 2-week induction and clinical training (at the rate of £11.90 p/h) PMVA training Fully paid DBS check to start employment, you will then be required to sign up to the DBS Update Service and maintain an annual subscription (at a minimal cost of £13 per year) 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro-rata) Onsite parking NVQ enrolment Excellent opportunities for career progression into a head of care position The opportunity to work in a passionate team focused on delivering outstanding care Develop skills in risk management planning, Care planning and Assessments to support career progression.
Support to learn the legal frameworks governing social care Weekly engagement with Clinical support team specialising in Positive Behavioural Support