At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people s lives. Would you like a varied and rewarding role, supporting people and working in a team? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our day services support people who have Learning Disabilities and/or Autism with high levels of need. This is an opportunity to be part of a service which makes a real difference to the lives of those people and their families. About the Role Our transport service is based from our day services. We operate a fleet of vehicles to collect people from the local community and bring them to our service, where they will have activities and support. Transport is staffed by drivers accompanied by transport escorts drawn from our team of support workers. There are AM and PM transport runs, in between driving duties you will be assisting in groups or as 1-1 support, completing care tasks such as personal care or assistance at mealtimes and generally helping the support workers to deliver a great service for the people who come to us. Drivers have a break during the day to ensure they have sufficient rest between driving duties. You can expect: A comprehensive induction Regular supervision A supportive team around you A full training programme Specific vehicle competency checks and relevant training (where relevant for driving duties) To apply you will have: Care experience (preferred but not essential) Transferable skills The ability to work in a physically demanding role Interested to find out more? If you are interested in this post and require more details after reading the job description or just to chat through the role and what s involved, please contact Talullah Windmill-Last, Day Service Manager on 07484939950 or email talullah_windmill-last@bathnes.gov.uk. Interview date: TBC Please note the Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council s at-risk register. This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered. No Agencies Please. A bout Bath & North East Somerset Council. Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services. Why Bath & North East Somerset Council? We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.