Driver/Support Worker

Requirements of the Post

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• \nA hands-on, proactive approach to team work.\n
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• \nUnderstanding the responsibility of working with vulnerable adults.\n
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• \nAbility to work as a member of a team and on their own.\n
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• \nGood written and spoken English - to a level capable of accurately recording notes and communicating effectively with people. \n
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• \nCompletion of the Care Certificate for which training is provided\n
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• \nCompliance with all training, safeguarding and regulatory requirements relating to the provision of care  for vulnerable adults for which you will receive detailed guidance and training\n
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Main purpose of the position

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• \nThe role of the Support Worker is to provide opportunities for client users to build friendships, develop social skills and increase service user’s confidence.\n
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• \nTo undertake the safe transportation of all passengers.\n
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• \nTo have regard for the general welfare of passengers and to promote their safety.\n
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• \nPromote and encourage independence. \n
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• \nTo ensure that all the support needs of service users are met in full, in accordance with the care plan.\n
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• \nTo record accurate, legible records of the care given in accordance with the care plan.\n
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• \nTo report any change of circumstances to a service user’s health or environment to your Line Manager. \n
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• \nTo preserve the privacy, confidentiality and dignity of individual service users and demonstrate an understanding of their rights. \n
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• \nTo work”with” service users to achieve outcomes, rather than work “for” them. \n
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• \nTo be committed and dedicated in assisting client users to achieve their personal goals.\n
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• \nSupporting service users to regain life skills through group activities.\n
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Responsibilities (This list is not exhaustive)

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• \nAssisting with Dressing and undressing\n
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• \nContinence management\n
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• \nAssisting with toileting, catheter care, stoma care and emptying commodes\n
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• \nCompletion of relevant medical log and reporting any inconsistencies\n
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• \nMonitoring food and drink intake when needed\n
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• \nAssisting with feeding if and when required\n
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• \nGeneral cleaning of the area used by the service user \n
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• \nTo comply with all company policies and procedures\n
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• \nTo partake, as required by the Manager in the induction programme and attend all refresher courses and regular in house training courses. \n
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• \nTo participate in staff, team and quality management reviews as directed by the manager.\n
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• \nTo complete all documentation related to vehicle operations as required.\n
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• \nTo wear protective clothing and PPE as issued.\n
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• \nTo ensure compliance with safe practice in respect of all passenger particularly wheelchair users.\n
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• \nTo ensure compliance with safe practice in respect of all passenger particularly wheelchair users.\n
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• \nTo maintain and operate vehicles in accordance with policies, procedures and issued Guidance.\n
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• \nTo ensure the cleanliness of all vehicles is maintained to a high standard\n
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• \nTo be accountable for all Transport vehicles.\n
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• \nTo alert the Transport Manager of any issues or concerns that may affect service provision and safe operation of vehicles.\n
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• \nTo alert the Transport Manager management of any health and safety issues affecting safe operation of transport\n
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• \nTo adhere to key operational procedures at all times\n
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• \nTo undertake all training commensurate with the post\n
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• \nTo be accountable for your working practice and take responsibility for maintaining and improving your knowledge and skills.\n
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• \nTo undertake any reasonable request or other duty deemed appropriate by the manager\n
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• \nCheck equipment on the Bus daily is in good working order, complete safety checks.  Report to Ops Manager if any concerns or defects found. \n
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• \nRecord Mileage Daily. \n
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• \nComplete Driving license checks annually and inform Ops Manager if there are any concerns. \n
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• \nAll  Staff to read and sign the Health  and Safety Policy. \n
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