- Support Workers
Driver/Support Worker – Mental Health Hospital
Location
SALARY
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Iris Care Group is a leading independent provider of health and social care services across the UK, dedicated to supporting individuals with complex mental health conditions, learning disabilities, autism, and neurodegenerative diseases. Our mission is to deliver compassionate, safe, and empowering care that helps vulnerable people live meaningful lives.
About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated Driver for our Mental Health Hospital in Pontypridd. This vital role involves ensuring safe transportation and providing support to our patients within a high-quality care environment. Join us in making a positive difference in people’s lives.
What We’re Looking For:
- Safely transport patients to and from the hospital and other locations as required.
- Provide compassionate support to patients during transportation and within the hospital setting.
- Assist in the implementation of care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Maintain accurate records of transportation and support activities.
- Communicate effectively with team members to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Follow all health and safety regulations to ensure a secure environment.
- Support the multidisciplinary team in delivering holistic care.
- Contribute to creating a respectful and caring atmosphere for patients
Qualifications/Essentials:
- Proven experience in a support worker or driver role within healthcare or social care.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to follow detailed care plans.
- Valid driving license with clean driving record.
- Compassionate nature with strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures relevant to transportation.
- IT skills for record-keeping.
Benefits
- Fully paid Comprehensive training programme
- Paid DBS
- Employee wellbeing assistance programme – with free counselling sessions included for yourself and immediate family members
- Continued professional development with succession.
- Up to 33 days annual leave with long service dependent on role
- Paid for Blue light card
- Supportive and welcoming team
- “Recognise Me”, our new benefits, wellbeing and recognition platform
- Death in service
It’s really nice to build a relationship with the service users and build trust with each other. It’s a two-way thing and its lovely when you get to that point. They’re all incredible and I love seeing them reaching goals, trying new things and having their independence, as well as receiving support.