Driving Life Practitioner

Kisimul Group Ltd.; Croydon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Life Practitioners to join their team in Croydon. This role is crucial for supporting individuals with severe learning disabilities, helping them lead fulfilling lives through daily assistance and community engagement. The organization offers a supportive environment, career development opportunities, and fully funded qualifications. With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference. Join a team dedicated to enhancing the lives of others while enjoying a range of benefits and a fulfilling career path.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Fully funded qualifications

Blue light card discounts

Refer a friend bonus

Early wage access

Wellbeing app support

Life Assurance

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Passion for care and contributing to others' progression.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with severe learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Assist with daily activities and accompany clients on community trips.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Resilience

Education

Diploma Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for Life Practitioners to join our team at Tigh Lenach in Croydon.

We seek a compassionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated Life Practitioner to support individuals with severe learning disabilities and complex needs. Your role will be vital in helping them lead fulfilling, independent lives by assisting with daily activities and accompanying them on community trips.

We provide a company vehicle for transporting clients to community activities such as shopping, meals, appointments, and outings. To operate the vehicle, you must have held a full UK driver's license or have been driving in the UK for at least 2 years.

Benefits

• Career development - Opportunities with transparent pay grades (Kisimul | Autism, Learning Disability, Residential Care)
• Fully funded qualifications - Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
• Blue light card - Access to discounts at over 15,000 venues across the UK
• Refer a friend - Earn up to £500 through our scheme
• WageStream - Early wage access for unforeseen expenses
• Help@hand - Wellbeing app with unlimited GP, mental health, and physiotherapy support
• Life Assurance
• Flexible working patterns

Hear from our teams about working at Kisimul: https://youtu.be/pP-sFmzkR88

Learn about the Meaningful Life Model: https://youtu.be/XWo2VXzeGIg

Apply today!

Kisimul | Autism, Learning Disability, Residential Care

Kisimul provides educational and care services for children and adults with complex needs, including schools, colleges, care homes, and supported living.

About You

Experience and qualifications needed:

• A genuine passion for care and contributing to others' progression.
• A strong team player.
• Resilient with confidence to seek support when needed.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Computer literacy.
• A Diploma Level 2 in Health & Social Care or willingness to obtain one.

What you will get in return:

• A competitive salary.
• Extensive training with dedicated time off rota.
• Pension scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Career development opportunities.
• A supportive work environment within beautiful surroundings.
• Fully funded DBS checks.

About Kisimul Group

Kisimul Group Ltd operates specialist schools and adult provisions, providing residential care and education for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, severe and complex learning difficulties, and related challenges.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all individuals and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Kisimul values diversity and promotes equality. All applicants must undertake an enhanced DBS check. Kisimul Group Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.