Driver/Carer Opportunity in South Woodford, London - £27,594
Are you looking to make a genuine difference in people's lives while utilizing your driving skills? A well-established day centre in South Woodford with a person centred & psychodynamic approach is seeking a compassionate Driver/Carer to join their dedicated team supporting adults with autism and learning disabilities.

Company Overview:
This respected day centre specializes in providing essential support services to adults with disabilities.

Team members consistently report feeling well-
informed, enjoying excellent benefits, and experiencing a significantly better work-life balance compared to similar organizations in the sector.

The centre is known for its comprehensive training program, offering 13 online courses annually plus 3 days of specialized PRICE training.

Job Overview:
As a Driver/Carer, you will play a dual role that is critical to the daily operations of the centre.

Your day will begin at 8:00 am on the Renault minibus, where you will be responsible for safely transporting and escorting 4-7 service users.

This Driver/Carer position offers the unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients, gaining a deep understanding of their individual needs and requirements.

Here is what you'll be doing:

• Safely driving and escorting clients users to and from the day centre.
• Providing personalized care and support to individuals with various needs.
• Building trusting relationships with clients users to better understand their requirements.
• Ensuring the comfort and safety of all passengers during transit.
• Contributing to the supportive and positive atmosphere of the day centre.
• Working as part of a dedicated team to deliver best in class care services.

• Clean driving license
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Genuine empathy and excellent communication skills
• Previous experience in social education, SEN, as a TA/SEND, or NHS background (preferred)
• Patience and understanding when working with vulnerable individuals
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to professional development as a Driver/Carer

• Competitive salary of £27,594 for the Driver/Carer position
• Full healthcare insurance, wellbeing and dental/optical scheme coverage after 6 months of employment
• Generous holiday allowance including mandatory 2 weeks at Christmas and 4 weeks to be booked
• Comprehensive training opportunities (13 online courses and 4 days specialized training)
• Regular working hours (8:00 am - 4:30 pm)
• Rewarding career making a genuine difference to people's lives
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities to progress

• Do you hold a full, clean driving license valid for use in the UK?
• Do you have an Enhanced DBS clearance, or are you willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check? (Enhanced DBS clearance is mandatory for this position)
• Do you have the right to work in the United Kingdom?(Visa sponsorship is not available for this position)
• Are you available to work the required hours (8:00am - 4:30pm) (The role requires availability during specified working hours)