Support Worker (Driving) – Build Skills & Independence

Voyage Care; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced evening/weekend pay (50p/hour

Wagestream access

Blue Light Card discounts

24/7/365 doctor line

Cash plans for colleagues

Enhanced retirement leave

Job summary

Voyage Care’s Headway accredited ABI Gloucester service provides long-term specialist care in a welcoming environment. You will help people with everyday tasks, encourage independence and community involvement, and support them in achieving personal goals.

The role involves teaching life skills, assisting with personal care, and accompanying them to activities and appointments. A full UK driving licence is preferred for community outings.

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Be resilient, flexible and composed in approach.
• Experience with Positive Behaviour Support plans and reflective practice.
• Experience working with individuals with autism, acquired brain injury, complex mental health needs or challenging behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Help individuals develop life skills and access local communities.
• Support participation in activities and socialisation.
• Accompany individuals to appointments, meals out, cinema, etc.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Resilience

Flexibility

Reflective practice

Experience with autism/ABI/complex MH

Job description

Voyage Care’s Headway accredited ABI Gloucester service provides long-term specialist care in a welcoming environment. You will help people with everyday tasks, encourage independence and community involvement, and support them in achieving personal goals.

The role involves teaching life skills, assisting with personal care, and accompanying them to activities and appointments. A full UK driving licence is preferred for community outings.