Children Care Worker (Driver)

Hope Homecare Services Limited; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

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:

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

Minimum Requirements:

1. A full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
2. Experience working with children, particularly in a care or support role (either paid or voluntary), is desirable.
3. A compassionate, patient, and caring nature with the ability to form positive relationships with children.
4. Understanding of child safeguarding procedures and the ability to promote a safe environment.
5. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build rapport with children and their families.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
7. A commitment to promoting the welfare and development of children.
8. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is required.
9. First aid and/or childcare qualifications (e.g., NVQ in Children’s Care, Learning and Development) are desirable but not essential.

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary with mileage allowance for driving.
2. A supportive work environment with opportunities for career progression.
3. The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families.