Support Worker / Driver

The purpose of the role is to provide support to and ensure the safety of a 14-year-old child who has complex needs. The child is non-verbal and communicates using Makaton and PECS. Support is required with accessing the community, especially the outdoors as this is their favourite place to be in all weathers.

You will need to be a driver with your own vehicle and business class insurance due to the requirements of this role. Previous experience of supporting a nonverbal child and use of Makaton/PECS would be beneficial.

The child loves going out in the car to different parks, watching ducks, deer, etc. Therefore you will need to like driving, this is not expected to be for long periods of time.

Person Specification:

Be punctual, reliable and flexible
Non smoking preferred
Must be honest and trustworthy
Establish a professional standard of care, which should be maintained at all times
Be prepared to undertake any training that may be required to meet the needs of the role
Ensure that due consideration is given to health and safety at all times
Respect and safeguard the goods and property of the employer
Respect privacy and uphold confidentiality at all times
If you use your car whilst working then you will require business use on your car insurance

Special Conditions:

A Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) and two satisfactory references are conditional for the post. This is a free and confidential process.