Driver/ Support Worker in Bournemouth inBournemouth PUBLISHED FRI 31 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
£26,748.80 to £27,788.80 a year
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Job description
Job summary
Potential candidates must hold a UK Driving Licence (Manual & Automatic) with a minimum of 2 Years of driving
Experience
and have no more than 3 points on your licenceWe are looking for a confident Driver/Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.Youll be working 35 hrs per week over weekdays and every other Sunday, average of 7 hours per day with 5 working days and 2 full days off each weekAmberwood Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, and who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do, based on each persons specific needs. We understand that consistency and continuity of care is important for the individuals we care for.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Details
Date posted
31 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,748.80 to £27,788.80 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VPB7242378
Job location
sBournemouthBH14 9JN
Job description
Job responsibilities
Potential candidates must hold a UK Driving Licence (Manual & Automatic) with a minimum of 2 Years of driving
Experience
and have no more than 3 points on your licenceWe are looking for a confidentDriver/Support Workerwith a passion for delivering outstanding care.Youll be working35 hrs per week over weekdays and every other Sunday, average of 7 hours per day with 5 working days and 2 full days off each weekAmberwood Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, and who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do, based on each persons specific needs. We understand that consistency and continuity of care is important for the individuals we care for.Your day-to-day as a DriverTo competently drive the company vehicles, transporting individuals in our care safely and efficiently.To ensure that seatbelts are used by all passengers.To communicate with passengers professionally and sensitively, empathising with those who are in difficult situations.To be the driver for local and day trips and assist colleagues/individuals in our care where necessary.To assist passengers in entering and leaving the vehicles safely.To work flexibly to meet the needs of the individual in our care and unit.To undertake tasks within the unit as delegated by the unit manager.To maintain confidentiality throughout the role at all times.Your day-to-day as a Support WorkerOffer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our careProvide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional supportLearn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate wayAssist with medical & welfare needsReport on medical & welfare needs as requiredSafeguardMaintain a safe, clean environment for allWhy Cygnet? Well offer you£12.86 to £13.36 Per HourOpportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship schemeFlexible working with the opportunity for overtimeRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportEmployee discount savings & Cycle to Work schemeYou areGenuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples livesAn excellent communicator & a good team playerSensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environmentPassionate about empowering & supporting service user independenceHold a UK Driving Licence (Manual & Automatic) with a minimum of 2 Years of driving
Experience
and have no more than 3 points your licence.Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possiblePotential candidates must hold a UK Driving Licence (Manual & Automatic) with a minimum of 2 Years of driving
Experience
and have no more than 3 points on your licence
Job description
Person Specification
General RequirementsEssentialPlease refer to
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
Details
Potential candidates must hold a UK Driving Licence (Manual & Automatic) with a minimum of 2 Years of driving
Experience
and have no more than 3 points on your licenceWe are looking for a confident Driver/Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care.Youll be working 35 hrs per week over weekdays and every other Sunday, average of 7 hours per day with 5 working days and 2 full days off each weekAmberwood Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, and who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do, based on each persons specific needs. We understand that consistency and continuity of care is important for the individuals we care for.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Details
Date posted
31 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,748.80 to £27,788.80 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VPB7242378
Job location
sBournemouthBH14 9JN
Job description
Job responsibilities
Potential candidates must hold a UK Driving Licence (Manual & Automatic) with a minimum of 2 Years of driving
Experience
and have no more than 3 points on your licenceWe are looking for a confidentDriver/Support Workerwith a passion for delivering outstanding care.Youll be working35 hrs per week over weekdays and every other Sunday, average of 7 hours per day with 5 working days and 2 full days off each weekAmberwood Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, and who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective environment, promoting independence and community integration. Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do, based on each persons specific needs. We understand that consistency and continuity of care is important for the individuals we care for.Your day-to-day as a DriverTo competently drive the company vehicles, transporting individuals in our care safely and efficiently.To ensure that seatbelts are used by all passengers.To communicate with passengers professionally and sensitively, empathising with those who are in difficult situations.To be the driver for local and day trips and assist colleagues/individuals in our care where necessary.To assist passengers in entering and leaving the vehicles safely.To work flexibly to meet the needs of the individual in our care and unit.To undertake tasks within the unit as delegated by the unit manager.To maintain confidentiality throughout the role at all times.Your day-to-day as a Support WorkerOffer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our careProvide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional supportLearn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate wayAssist with medical & welfare needsReport on medical & welfare needs as requiredSafeguardMaintain a safe, clean environment for allWhy Cygnet? Well offer you£12.86 to £13.36 Per HourOpportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship schemeFlexible working with the opportunity for overtimeRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportEmployee discount savings & Cycle to Work schemeYou areGenuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples livesAn excellent communicator & a good team playerSensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environmentPassionate about empowering & supporting service user independenceHold a UK Driving Licence (Manual & Automatic) with a minimum of 2 Years of driving
Experience
and have no more than 3 points your licence.Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possiblePotential candidates must hold a UK Driving Licence (Manual & Automatic) with a minimum of 2 Years of driving
Experience
and have no more than 3 points on your licence
Job description
Person Specification
General RequirementsEssentialPlease refer to
Job description
aboveDesirablePlease refer to
Job description
above
Job description
above
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
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