Empowering Driver for Adults with Learning Disabilities

Staffordshire County Council; The Brampton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffordshire County Council’s Specialist Opportunities team is recruiting for a daytime driver-support worker at The Pipers in Newcastle. The role is 31.5 hours per week across four days, with shifts from 8.45am to 4.30pm, offering meaningful activities and support for adults with learning disabilities and autism.

You will drive, support personal care, and liaise with families, with DBS and health checks required as part of onboarding. Flexibility across sites may apply.

Qualifications

• Current D1 driving license is required.
• Minimum of 3 years driving experience.
• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities and autism.
• ICT skills to complete digital record keeping.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to assist with personal care and mobility needs, including moving and handling.

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicles, including adapted vehicles and minibuses.
• Ensure safe and dignified travel for the people we support.
• Carry out vehicle and equipment checks and basic maintenance.
• Support with personal care tasks as required.
• Liaise professionally with individuals and their families as the first point of contact.
• Be prepared to open and close the building as required.

Skills

D1 driving license

Driving experience 3 years

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Mobility & handling awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2 / Care Certificate (desirable)

Job description

Staffordshire County Council’s Specialist Opportunities team is recruiting for a daytime driver-support worker at The Pipers in Newcastle. The role is 31.5 hours per week across four days, with shifts from 8.45am to 4.30pm, offering meaningful activities and support for adults with learning disabilities and autism.

You will drive, support personal care, and liaise with families, with DBS and health checks required as part of onboarding. Flexibility across sites may apply.