Driver/Support Worker

Peterborough City Council; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Driver/Support Worker to join their Day Opportunities service. This rewarding role involves safely transporting adults with disabilities and providing support in various activities to promote independence. The ideal candidate will possess a D1 driving licence and have strong interpersonal skills to engage with individuals facing learning and physical challenges. If you're looking for a fulfilling career that makes a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

24 days annual leave

work-based pension

bank holidays off

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and flexible to support individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Awareness of challenges faced by individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Transport adults with disabilities safely to and from services.
• Support individuals in activities on-site and in the community.
• Promote independence and empowerment through care plans.

Skills

D1 driving licence

interpersonal skills

negotiation

assertiveness

verbal communication

initiative

prioritisation

Job description

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PCC Grade 5 -£24,790 – £25,584

1 post available: 37hrs per week

Permanent position working Monday – Friday, no evenings or weekends

The successful applicant will be entitled to 24 days year Annual Leave plus all Bank Holidays

We also offer a competitive work-based pension

We are looking for a Driver Support worker with a D1 driving licence to work within our Day Opportunities service at the City Centre Hub, based at City College Peterborough. We are looking for individuals that have the enthusiasm and flexibility to support people with learning and physical disabilities and autism in a variety of settings to promote independence skills. This is a rewarding and satisfying role that would suit anyone looking for a new challenge.

You will be responsible for the safe transport of adults with disabilities to and from our service at the start and end of day; as well as supporting individuals in a range of activities on-site and in the local community. You will be required to provide relief cover as needed across our other Day Opportunity hubs. You will work alongside other team members to support individuals with all aspects of personal care, to ensure individuals are able to maximise independence.

You will work to promote a person-centred approach of independence and empowerment of people using services. You will work with supported people in order for them to achieve their full potential through goal-centred care plans, and proactive case monitoring. You will have an awareness of the challenges facing people with learning disabilities and autism and be able to support individuals with their physical, emotional, and behavioural needs. You will have effective inter-personal skills such as negotiation, assertiveness and verbal communication. You will have the ability to use initiative, prioritise, and liaise with a range of other professionals. You will have the ability to work as part of a team and alone on base or in the community. You will have good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to deal confidently with a variety of situations.

To apply, please download the job description and application form from our website www.citycollegepeterborough.ac.uk and return by e-mail to [e-mail] or by post to Recruitment Department, City College Peterborough, Brook Street, Peterborough PE1 1TU.

Tel: [phone]

Closing Date: Friday 16th May 2025

Interviews held: To be confirmed

City College Peterborough is committed to Equality and Diversity and to ensuring the safeguarding of learners and carries out appropriate checks to ensure the suitability of staff working with children, young people and vulnerable adults

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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