Posted: 15 June
The role
Job Description
An opportunity has arisen to join the public sector as a Driver with Caring duties within
Southern Health & Social Care Trust.
About the role:£12.75 per hour37.5 hours per week, full-time with participation in an on-call rota where requiredLocations - Armagh, Craigavon, NewryTemporary for 6 monthsPublic SectorWhat you'll be doing in this role:Daily collection and conveyance of Trust clients and/or officers as allocated.Collecting and conveying staff and clients for social and educational outings and during holiday trips.Where necessary assist clients, including those using wheelchairs or walking aids, etc in any manner possible with regard to their needs e.g. preparation for transit to (and on return home) centres and functions, doing up laces, switching off lights and appliances etc.Providing, where required, personal assistance and immediate first aid to clients/patients and ensuring privacy, dignity and rights of clients.Collect and deliver food supplies and materials including beds, furniture, laundry.Carry out daily routine maintenance of your vehicle and minor running repairs.Wash the vehicle as and when necessary and ensure the interior is kept clean and tidy.What you'll need for this role:A minimum of 6 months experience driving vehicles with more than 16 seatsHold a full current UK driving licence with a full PCV Category D with no restrictions Hold a current and valid Driver's CPC cardEffective communication skillsUnderstanding of confidentialityDemonstrated ability to accept responsibility, to use initiative, and to be accountableHave an understanding of the care needs of those with a physical / learning disability and older peopleSuccessful completion of Trust Driving TestAs part of the reference checking and vetting process for this position you will be requested to undertake an Enhanced AccessNI Disclosure. Having a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Even if you don’t meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply – we may have other suitable roles for you.
