Support Worker and Driver

4 weeks ago


Portsmouth, Portsmouth, United Kingdom AWD online Full time

Job Title: Support Worker and Driver

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Location: West Dorset, Wiltshire, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight

We are seeking a Support Worker and Driver to join our team at AWD online. As a Support Worker and Driver, you will be responsible for driving and supporting a visually impaired Vision Rehabilitation Specialist on a day-to-day basis, enabling them to carry out their duties efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive the person supported in order that they may fulfil the requirements of travel in their role
  • Provide sighted assistance to the person supported, including orientation and sighted guiding in unfamiliar environments, or other assistance as required
  • Note take and read documentation to the person supported as required and handle information in a sensitive manner, maintaining confidentiality applying the data protection act where necessary
  • Assist with basic data input on Microsoft Office including Excel and Word, maintain Outlook calendar and maintain accurate and confidential records
  • Locate information from a variety of sources, including the intranet, print and internal systems

Requirements:

  • A full, clean driving licence with access to a vehicle
  • Ability to drive the person supported in order that they may fulfil the requirements of travel in their role in and around West Dorset, Wiltshire, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight
  • An understanding of Visual Impairment and the impact on day-to-day activities
  • Good interpersonal skills are essential as the role will require a close working relationship with the person being supported
  • Flexibility to work regularly outside of core working hours to enable travel to and support during client visits
  • Computer literate with a good knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages and a willingness to learning new systems
  • Evidence of dealing with confidential issues sensitively and with total integrity
  • Eligibility to work in the UK

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary and excellent benefits package
  • The opportunity to work with a well-established charity and make a real difference in the lives of others
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and qualifications for the role. We look forward to hearing from you.



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