Care Assistant - Driver

Care Assistant - Driver

Permanent

Grade 2 - £20,812 - £22,777 pro-rata

Working 35 hours per week

Birmingham City Council are looking for friendly, enthusiastic & passionate people to join our team of Driver / Care Assistants at our day opportunity centres across various locations of the city.

Requirements

• A sensitive and compassionate approach to supporting adults physical & social needs.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Be a team player, self-motivated, proactive, flexible and adaptable.
• Demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities.
• Are over 21 years of age.
• You will need hold a full UK driving licence and with 2 years minimum driving experience.
• Hold a category D1 on your licence, however this is not essential as we can provide training to successful candidates.
• Undertake the ‘Midas’ driver training qualification (paid by BCC).

Our driver / carers are the face of Birmingham City Council. This is an important role supporting our citizens to be transported to & from their homes to the day centre and activities in the local community. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an organisation that makes a rewarding difference in the lives of people with disabilities. So, come and be part of the team & make a real difference in your life & the lives of the people you will support.

An ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence using the English Language as required by Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016

You must upload a Supporting Statement via the attachments part of your application. This is required for shortlisting; you need to describe how your experience and skills fit the essential criteria for the role as specified in the Person Specification. If you do not attach your Supporting Statement, your application will not be considered. Please do not attach CVs as we do not accept them.

Closing date 21st March 2023 at 23.59

“Interviews for this post will take place face to face. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further information” Applicants are welcome to come and view the day centres and speak to staff (by prior arrangement). Please phone 0121 675 2600 or 0121 464 1281

For any informal enquires please contact: Tom.A.Mullan@birmingham.gov.uk 0121 464 1281

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We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.

Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) may need to apply for a visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may require a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible).

Job Description and Person Specification