Do you thrive in a supportive environment where you can make a real difference to the lives of others? Are you passionate about providing transport and helping residents to stay active and social?
We are looking for a Carer / Driver to work at our residential care home based in Hackenthorpe, S12.
Hours: Various hours per week
Shift Pattern: Day shifts, will vary, to include availability for weekends and bank holiday work
Pay: £13.98 per hour (includes holiday uplift)
All new team members are required to attend an induction at our training room in S13 prior to starting work in the care home. These are run every three weeks, starting on a Monday between 9:30am until 4:30pm.
Person Specification:
• Be able to work collaboratively
• Must hold D1 driving licence
• Must hold a full, clean UK driving licence
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be adaptable to change
• Be able to build trust and rapport
• Have good time management and organisational skills
• Be willing to learn and develop
• Be approachable and able to connect and empathise with others
What we offer:
• Full induction, mentorship and ongoing training
• Access to 100+ elearning courses
• Guaranteed working hours on a permanent contract
• Career progression
• Access to diploma training courses
• Established not for profit charity
• Work in your local community
• Free drinks and subsidised meals
• Blue light discount package
• Access to the NEST pension scheme
• Reward and recognition incentives
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Free uniform
• Free DBS check
• Paid holiday which increases with length of service
• Enhanced maternity pay after 5years service
• Double pay on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day
• Eligibility for The Company Shop membership
The job role:
• To drive light vans/mini buses transporting clients and materials in a safe and efficient way
• To ensure all passengers and materials are loaded safely and securely
• To conduct routine checks on vehicles tyres, water and oil etc. reporting any faults to Senior Manager
• To maintain minimum fuel levels filling vehicle as necessary and maintain vehicle log sheets
• To accompany residents where necessary, to hospital, clinics and general practitioner appointments and associated services, including social activities
• To support and assist our residents within our care home to live as independently as possible
• To provide support with personal care (e.g. washing, going to the bathroom, dressing, eating and drinking)
• To undertake manual handling, using equipment when required
• To promote and uphold Sheffcare’s values
• To implement and uphold safe working practices in line with our regulations and our policies and procedures
• To attend regular training where required
• To support positive relationships with our residents, their family, colleagues and professionals
• To record all updates using mobile technology
Sheffcare are an independent local charity established in 1994 and care for older people and people living with dementia in our nine residential care homes across Sheffield. We are a values driven charity committed to prioritising the wellbeing of those we support above all else. We believe in the power of compassion, and we are seeking individuals who share our ethos, regardless of their background or experience level.
What we value:
Kindness
Dignity
Respect
Independence
Choices
How to Apply:
Complete an application form to apply!
All Carer / Driver positions require an Enhanced DBS check as part of our commitment to safeguarding, full employment history details and reference information covering a minimum of 5 years (or longer, if you have worked in social care before).
We cannot accept applications from those requiring sponsorship.
Once you have submitted your application form, we will respond within 5 working days if your application has been selected for further consideration. Please be aware that due to the number of applications we receive, we may not always be able to respond to unsuccessful applicants.