Children Care Worker (Driver)

TN United Kingdom; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Children’s Care Worker to provide essential support to children with diverse needs. This role requires a compassionate individual who can ensure safety and promote development through engaging activities. With responsibilities including personal care, safe transportation, and fostering positive relationships, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of children and their families. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and encourages career growth while making a real difference in the community.

Benefits

Mileage allowance for driving

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a care or support role with children is desirable.
• Understanding of child safeguarding procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to children with varying needs.
• Facilitate safe transportation of children to activities and appointments.
• Encourage educational activities and promote children's development.

Skills

Experience with children

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate and patient nature

Understanding of child safeguarding

Education

First aid qualifications

NVQ in Children’s Care

Job description

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Location:

Rickmansworth, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

26013842ff90

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

We are looking for a compassionate, dependable, and driven individual to join our team as a Children’s Care Worker who drives. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to children with varying needs, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development. This position involves travelling to different locations, so a full UK driving licence and reliable vehicle are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care to children, including assistance with hygiene, dressing, eating, and general daily activities.
• Support children with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or emotional needs in a nurturing and understanding manner.
• Facilitate safe transportation of children to and from school, activities, or appointments, ensuring a safe and comfortable journey.
• Encourage and assist with educational activities and play, promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Prepare meals and snacks, considering any dietary restrictions or preferences, and assist with feeding where necessary.
• Monitor and promote health and well-being, administering medication when required, in line with care plans.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment, performing light housekeeping duties as required (e.g., tidying up play areas, washing dishes).
• Ensure any incidents, concerns, or changes in the child’s condition are documented and reported to senior staff or family members.
• Establish a positive and trusting relationship with children and their families, ensuring effective communication at all times.
• Be a positive role model for children, promoting good behaviour, respect, and responsibility.
• Drive children to and from activities, appointments, or outings, ensuring the vehicle is safe and properly maintained

Requirements

A full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

Experience working with children, particularly in a care or support role (either paid or voluntary), is desirable.

A compassionate, patient, and caring nature with the ability to form positive relationships with children.

Understanding of child safeguarding procedures and the ability to promote a safe environment.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build rapport with children and their families.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

A commitment to promoting the welfare and development of children.

An enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is required.

First aid and/or childcare qualifications (e.g., NVQ in Children’s Care, Learning and Development) are desirable but not essential

Competitive salary with mileage allowance for driving.

A supportive work environment with opportunities for career progression

The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families