Position title Passenger Assistant - Verwood Day Centre Description "We are people focused. We are genuine. We have integrity. We will develop. We are a team .” These values define our personality. They are our statement about what we stand for and what we believe in, and they are the basis behind the decisions we make every single day. They are the Care Dorset way. Are you passionate about helping individuals enjoy and maintain their quality of life? Do you have a caring and empathetic nature? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our Day Centre, Verwood Connect. Location: Jenner Close, Verwood BH31 7QE £12.86-£13.08 per hour Shifts - Monday - Friday 8:30 - 10:15 and 15:30 -17:15. Refer a friend scheme up to £300 Care Dorset Offers Fantastic Benefits Generous Annual leave entitlement - starting at 27 days, rising to 31 after 5 years (exc. Bank holidays) Enhanced Maternity Pay Occupational Sick pay entitlement from day one Funded Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more) Access to Employee Assistance Programme Comprehensive induction Excellent training & development opportunities supporting career progression. Access to Litmos online learning platform – our one stop shop for learning & development Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £300 per person you refer (uncapped and paid on successful appointment) Celebrated success through annual awards ceremony About The Role The Passenger Assistant will need to accompany adults with additional needs to and from their home, whilst being transported on the day service bus. No qualification required but a friendly and supportive disposition is vital. Full paid 4 day induction will be given as well as additional training appropriate to the role. Responsibilities And Accountabilities Responsible for the care and conduct of any people we support being transported to/from any service provision and ensuring they are at all times properly and safely supervised. Assist people we support alighting/boarding vehicles, leaving the vehicle only to enable them to access or exit their destination. Ensure a comprehensive handover of people we support on arrival at their destination, where appropriate and where required. Ensure all passengers are safely seated within current guidelines laid down by the organisation and current Road Safety legislation. Report any incidents/unusual occurrences to the appropriate manager. Act as a link between the service provider and home as requested with regard to passing appropriate information and messages, both verbal and written. Ensure that any personal items belonging to people we support are securely transported with that individual when necessary. Maintain an accurate register of people we support. About You Suitable candidates will take a genuine interest in the needs and wishes of people, support them to make and communicate their choices, and to become as independent as possible. Due to the importance of sharing information effectively, the successful applicant will possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Working with the public Caring and understanding attitude Assertive Able to work on own initiative Flexible in approach Adaptable Ability to communicate effectively Punctual and reliable Telephone at home Able work flexible hours as necessary Ability to fulfil the travel requirements of the post Working for Care Dorset will give you the opportunity to develop and grow. Our commitment to you - “support you in being the very best you can be” and be excited about being part of a great team. Please Note At this time, we are unable to consider applications from individuals who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK. We appreciate your interest in joining Care Dorset. Applications are managed by a third party, acting on behalf and with the permission of Care Dorset.