Support Worker - Driver

Anides; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring organization in Birmingham is seeking a full-time Day Support Worker to assist residents with Autism and challenging behaviour. The role includes developing independence, supporting daily activities, and maintaining records. Ideal candidates will have a UK driving license and at least 12 months of experience in relevant roles. The position offers comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction training

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Blue Light Card savings

Qualifications

• Must hold a UK full driving licence.
• Enhanced DBS check will be required.
• Minimum 12 months experience in relevant roles.

Responsibilities

• Supporting residents to develop independence and life skills.
• Assisting people to achieve daily goals and activities.
• Maintaining records and drawing up risk assessments.

Skills

Experience with Autism and Challenging Behaviour

Experience as a support worker or healthcare assistant

Ability to develop independence in residents

Job description

Day Support Worker – Full Time, Permanent

Location: Kings Heath, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom.

Pay: £12.31 per hour (£2,500 per month). Hours: 40 per week. Shift schedule: 7:30 am‑3:00 pm, 2:30 pm‑10:00 pm, and 7:30 am‑10:00 pm.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Must hold a UK full driving licence.
• Minimum 12 months experience with Autism and Challenging Behaviour.
• Previous experience as a support worker, healthcare assistant, or domiciliary/home care professional.
• Enhanced DBS check will be required.

Benefits:

• A comprehensive induction offering immersive face‑to‑face theoretical and practical training.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Friend recommendation incentive.
• Employee Assistance Programme focused on well‑being.
• Access to Blue Light Card savings.

Role Responsibilities (Support Worker Duties):

• Supporting residents to develop independence and life skills.
• Assisting people to achieve daily goals and activities such as arts, crafts, hobbies.
• Assisting with the development of person‑centred plans for residents, including employment, education and other opportunities.
• Maintaining records and drawing up risk assessments.
• Providing personal care where needed while always working towards greater independence.
• Supporting people in undertaking daily activities or development.

About the Service:

Swan is a residential service focusing on Learning Disability, Autism and challenging behaviour. Service users are non‑verbal and require full support with day‑to‑day living skills and the promotion of independence. We work as a team to meet the needs of each individual based on a person‑centred approach.

About Us:

At Precious, we empower individuals with Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Conditions and other complex needs to live independently, become integral members of the community and achieve their goals and aspirations through individual care pathways.