Driver/Support Worker

Job Description

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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 providedn

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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 trainingn

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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 undressingn

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• nContinence managementn

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• nAssisting with toileting, catheter care, stoma care and emptying commodesn

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• nCompletion of relevant medical log and reporting any inconsistenciesn

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• nMonitoring food and drink intake when neededn

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• nAssisting with feeding if and when requiredn

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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 proceduresn

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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 standardn

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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 transportn

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• nTo adhere to key operational procedures at all timesn

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• nTo undertake all training commensurate with the postn

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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 managern

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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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