Driver Support Worker

1 week ago


Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Hertfordshire CC Full time

Advert Information Job Title:

Driver Support Worker**:

Location:
Ware Road Day Service, Ware Road, Hertford, SG13 7HX


Salary:
£21,189 with the opportunity to progress to a maximum of
£21,575**
Hours: 35

Contract:
Permanent


Diversity:
We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce

AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE ANSWER THE 4 KEY QUESTIONS AND UPLOAD AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION
Do you have a D1 on your driving license? Are you interested in improving the lives of vulnerable people? Could you run planned activities and take small groups on outings with other staff members? Are you fun, patient, kind and looking to join a hardworking team? Then we want you


Your job would be to drive our welfare ambulance, accompanied by a transport attendant and bring people from their home safely into our day centre.

Whilst with us you would work with the team to give individuals opportunities to enjoy numerous activities, you would also learn how to support people in line with their care needs and follow a support plan.

At the end of the day, we take people back to their homes. We work Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm We are closed weekends and bank holiday.


After an initial induction training course, which includes First Aid, Food Safety, Moving and Handling, you will be encouraged to complete Mandatory training courses and additional relevant courses.


There is the opportunity for personal development and growth in areas that you may have never thought of previously, like following a Dementia training pathway.


You will work with the link worker to ensure that the individual get the best out of their time with us.

You must hold a clean driving licence and have a D1 on that licence.

You must be patient and kind and be willing to follow policies and procedures, also local managerial direction.

You will meet some wonderful people and feel really fulfilled in such a worthwhile job. Come join us

For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact Tracey Ward or Jessica Brace on

Closing date: 22 January 2023

Interview date: 30 January 2023

Further Information Benefits of Working for HCC**:

  • Flexible Working Arrangements (depending on the role)
  • Excellent Career Development
  • Salary Exchange for Additional Benefits
  • Excellent Pension Scheme with Employer Contributions
  • Shopping Discounts
  • Support Groups & Wellbeing Schemes

Additional Information Safeguarding**:
Safeguarding children and adults is of utmost importance to Hertfordshire County Council. The Council requires employees to abide by legislation and best practice to enable Hertfordshire to achieve this. This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. For more information Click Here

Driving Roles Only:

As part of this role, you will be required to travel to other HCC Sites/Residences either using your own mode of transport or a company car.

In light of this, the ability to drive and/or travel around the County is required for this role a DVLA check will be required on appointment.


English Fluency:

The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.


Job Reference:
HCC21535

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