Support Worker (Driver)

Creative Support; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Probationary bonus

Pension contributions

28 days leave

Enhanced DBS paid by company

Job summary

Creative Support is recruiting for our Floating Support Service in Bishop Auckland and East Durham, offering practical and emotional support to individuals with mental health needs in their homes or in the community.

The role involves identifying opportunities for social inclusion, working with clients in a recovery-focused way according to their support plans, and collaborating with families and professionals.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• No prior care experience required.
• Willingness to undertake training toward a QCF Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for social inclusion and support clients in a recovery-focused way according to individual support plans.
• Collaborate with clients, families and professionals to ensure a consistent and coordinated service.
• Assist the Project Manager with day-to-day operations of the Floating Support Service.

Skills

Driving

Education

QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

We are currently recruiting for our Floating Support Service in Bishop Auckland and East Durham, which offers practical and emotional support to individuals with mental health needs within their homes or in the community.

The role involves identifying and accessing opportunities for social inclusion with clients, working with them in a recovery-focused manner according to their individual support plans whilst collaborating with clients, families, and professionals. You will ensure a consistent and coordinated service, assisting the Project Manager with the day-to-day operations of the service.

Drivers with accessible cars are an essential requirement for this role.

Looking for a new Career in Care? We Provide the Training!No Previous Experience NeededWe provide all of your training as you begin your new career in care, including the opportunity to work towards earning your QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. All employees have access to our training system where, through a combination of in person and e-learning courses, you can learn the skills required to develop in your role and progress toward senior roles.

Vacancy Reference Number: 93951

Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.