Driver/ Handyperson

☞ Kirklees Council

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Update day: 07-05-2024

Location: Penrith North West

Category: Executive management Production / Operation

Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management Staffing Recruiting Government Administration

Position: Entry level

Job type: Full-time

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Working hours are 8am - 10am and 3pm - 5pm Monday to Friday

North Kirklees Day Opportunities is for Adults who have a learning disability and who may have additional physical disabilities too. We have six bases where we provide support for over eighty people every day to enable them to maintain and improve their independence skills, make new friends and to find activities in the community that they would like to access as well as having activities in the bases.

As a Driver, You Will Be Required To
  • Assist when required to ensure the safe transfer of passengers to and from the vehicle at their destination and/or home.
  • Ensure that wheelchairs are clamped safely and people secured in their seats in accordance with the Code of Practice.
  • Liaise with the Manager regarding daily pick-ups and routes to be travelled and advise of any concerns and difficulties.
  • Come into contact with the public and family/ carers and pass on the relevant information.
  • Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
  • Undertake ongoing training to meet the needs of the role.
Please note that you may be transporting service users by yourself.

Requirements For This Job
  • You must hold a full and valid driving licence - with category D1. You must also be willing to undertake and pass the Kirklees Council driving test and travel between sites using a Council vehicle.
  • Experience of home and outdoor maintenance.
  • Knowledge of basic maintenance e.g. working with electrical appliances.
  • Understanding of basic gardening.
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Deadline: 21-06-2024

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