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Full Time (40‑42.1 hours/week). Location: Oaktree House, 408 Oakwood Lane, Leeds, LS8 3LG. Reports to Deputy Care Operations Manager (DCOM). Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (alternating between 4 days and 4 nights); or Monday–Friday. Pay: Blended rate of £12.88 per hour (starting from £28,214.85 annually).
Responsibilities
* Support a range of transport needs involving individuals detained under the Mental Health Act, including hospital transfers, court or prison escorts, and medical appointments.
* Conduct house extractions under Section 135, working alongside police and mental health professionals to safely move patients from their home to a place of safety.
* Conduct community assessments, supporting local authority mental health reviews in patients’ homes.
* Provide bed watch services, supervising and supporting admitted patients during hospital stays.
* Provide suite work, supervising and caring for patients held in psychiatric suites under Sections 135 or 136, often for up to 2436 hours.
* Work in crews of two or more, rotating between driving, escorting, and sitting with patients.
* Operate secure, specially‑adapted vehicles under 3.5 tonnes, with larger Safe Area Vehicles for complex transfers.
* Apply de‑escalation techniques and trained interventions, prioritizing patient wellbeing when necessary.
Requirements
* Full UK Manual Driving Licence (required).
* Enhanced DBS certificate within the last 3 years (preferred).
* Strong communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
* Team player with resilience, empathy, and great attention to detail.
* Minimum 12 months driving experience preferred.
Equal Opportunities
Secure Care UK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Training & Development
* Full induction including de‑escalation, physical intervention, handcuff training, and first aid.
* Additional specialist training and NVQ diplomas.
* Career progression and mentoring opportunities.
Benefits
* Company pension & cycle‑to‑work scheme.
* Refer‑a‑friend bonus.
* Health Care Cash Plan (after 6‑month probation).
* Blue Light Card eligibility.
* Employee Assistance Programme (from day one).
* Full uniform and enhanced PPE.
* Additional annual leave after 2 years.
* Wagestream financial wellbeing platform.
* Monthly Care Awards and driver recognition schemes.
* Suggestion scheme with rewards for implemented ideas.
Due to the nature of our work, flexibility is essential. Shifts may overrun or vary depending on patient needs. Overtime is paid at £22 per hour, with enhanced pay (£1.20 per hour) for work involving Place of Safety and Bed Watch. Additional shift enhancements of £1.75 per hour may apply for call‑ins or extra shifts.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and supporting people through challenging times, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start a meaningful career with Secure Care UK.
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