Position Title: Driver and Companion Location: Sunbury-on-Thames area, London. TW16 Hourly Rate: £12.77 per hour Hours Per Week : 10-12 hours per week. Vacancy Type: Permanent Job Reference: SOLOHCN ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a reliable, caring and safety-conscious Driver to support our client, who has cerebral palsy, with transport to and from day centres during the week. On occasions when our client does not attend the day centre, the driver will be expected to take her into the local community, such as visiting the garden centre or coffee shop, while providing companionship. You will be working alongside a Personal Assistant, who will also be in the vehicle. The Personal Assistant will be responsible for meeting our client's care needs. ABOUT YOU Experience driving a wheelchair accessible vehicle is preferred but not essential. Successful candidates must hold a full, clean UK driving licence with a safe driving record. Good communication skills and a respectful, patient approach are important for this role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake training in First Aid, Safeguarding Adults and Health and Safety. This role offers at least 10 hours of work per week, Monday to Friday, between 9 am and 3 pm. The exact hours may change based on our clients needs. BENEFITS In return for your dedication, youll receive a competitive rate of pay in addition to: ? 5.6 weeks holiday per year (pro-rata for part-time positions). ? Company pension scheme after 3 months service, subject to the scheme rules. ? Opportunity to join our Cash Back Health Plan, after successful completion of the probation period. ? Free training and development for all roles. ? Access to wellbeing and support tools. And so much more! HOW TO APPLY If you are interested in applying for the position, please click "Apply Now" to submit your application SAFER RECRUITMENT All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of our Safer Recruitment practices, any offer of employment will be conditional pending receipt of two satisfactory references (see our Safer Recruitment Policy for more information). SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT Solo Support Services recognises that everyone has the right to be safe from abuse and neglect. We will actively promote the safety, health and well-being of everyone in our care by fostering an honest, open, caring and supportive climate within the organisation. We believe that safeguarding is everyones responsibility. PLEASE CLCIK THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and promote accessibility and inclusivity for all. Solo Support Services is committed to the recruitment and promotion of all on the basis of ability and suitability for the role irrespective of disability, race, gender, health, social class, sexual preference, marital status, nationality, religion, employment status or age. Our organisation is committed to treating your application fairly on these grounds. Please be advised that decisions regarding applications and employment are made in conjunction with our client. Therefore, applications will be shared with them for consideration. We will anonymise all information provided to us to ensure your data is kept confidential prior to an offer of interview. You can view our privacy policy on our website.