This role is self-employed with 35 hours of work per week. The position requires a full driving licence and own transport.
Job Purpose:
To provide safe and reliable transport for clients accessing supported accommodation services, while actively engaging in outreach and referral development activities. This role combines client transport with a proactive sales and engagement function to generate new referrals from local authorities, hospitals, social workers, and community partners.
Key Responsibilities: Transport Duties:
* Safely transport clients to and from supported accommodation, appointments, or other required locations.
* Ensure vehicles are maintained, clean, and roadworthy.
* Provide a supportive and respectful environment during transport.
Referral Development & Sales:
* Identify and build relationships with referral sources such as social workers, hospitals, probation services, and community organisations.
* Promote the organisation's supported accommodation services to potential referrers.
* Attend networking events, meetings, and outreach visits to generate new leads.
* Maintain a pipeline of referral opportunities and follow up on leads.
* Work towards monthly referral targets and KPIs.
Client Engagement & Administration:
* Support the intake process by gathering initial client information during transport.
* Maintain accurate records of journeys, referrals, and outreach activities.
* Provide feedback to the team on referral trends and opportunities.
Person Specification:Essential:
* Full UK driving licence with a clean record.
* Experience in sales, or outreach.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
* Understanding of supported accommodation or social care environments.
Desirable:
* Experience working with vulnerable adults or young people.
* Knowledge of local authority referral processes.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £13.21 per hour
Benefits:
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Work Location: In person