Female Support Worker - Driver Essential

Overview

• ID

  290505

• Salary

  £12.50 per hour

• Type

  Permanent - Full Time

• Location

  Exeter

• Hours

  37.5 hours per week

• Closing Date

  06/10/2025

• Interview Date

  8th October

• Downloadable Files

Are you someone who loves helping others, enjoys driving, and wants to make a real difference every single day?

Sense is looking for a kind-hearted and reliable Female Support Worker (Driver) to join our warm and welcoming team in Exeter, working 37.5 hours per week for £12.50 per hour. This is more than just a driving role - it’s an opportunity to be part of a community that puts people first, values inclusion, and celebrates every individual’s unique voice.

For genuine occupational reasons we are looking to appoint a female candidate only (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9).

You’ll be supporting adults who are deafblind or have complex disabilities to access the world around them, whether that’s attending appointments, joining community activities, or simply enjoying a day out. You’ll be a familiar and friendly face, helping to create safe, enjoyable journeys and meaningful experiences.

You’ll also work closely with our dedicated support staff, helping with day-to-day logistics and contributing to the smooth running of our service. Your role will be vital in reducing isolation and promoting independence for the people we support.

No experience? No problem. We believe that the right person is someone who is caring, dependable, and eager to learn. If you’re new to support work or haven’t worked in a care setting before, we’ll provide full training and ongoing support to help you thrive. What matters most is your attitude and your willingness to make a difference.

A full, clean UK Driving License is required for this role. 

This role in Exeter might include:

• Safely transporting individuals to and from activities, appointments, and social outings.
• Building positive relationships with the people we support, helping them feel safe, respected, and valued.
• Supporting staff teams with travel coordination and vehicle upkeep.
• Maintaining vehicle cleanliness and reporting any maintenance needs.
• Uphold Sense’s values of dignity, inclusion, and person-centred care in everything you do.

We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who are:

• Full UK driving license (essential) with willingness to compete our driving training and meet our standards for driving.
• A calm, patient, and friendly approach
• Willingness to learn and grow in the role.
• Able to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends.
• Passionate about inclusion and supporting people with complex needs
• May have some BSL skills.

Here at Sense, we support people with complex disabilities to live the life they choose. Your priority will be empowering the people you support to live an independent life.

No two days will be the same

Join a supportive and inclusive team that feels like family. Apply today for a chance to be part of something truly meaningful and experience the joy of seeing the impact you make every day. If you’re looking for a role where you can bring joy, connection, and independence to others, while being part of a team that values you, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re experienced or just starting, your journey with Sense could begin right here.

Everyone we support is an individual, so their care is as unique as they are. You can see a more detailed description of duties in the job description attached to this advert.

About Sense

We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

Benefits

• Great Exeter City Centre Location
• 32 days of annual leaveincluding Bank Holidays pro rata
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%.
• Free life assurance policy.
• Cashback and discounts on high street brands (and 10% off at Sense charity shops!).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Wisdom app- free access for all employees to mindfulness application
• Free DBS check if your role needs one.
• A £350 refer-a-friend scheme.
• Free access to over 100 online and face-to-face training courses, including the care certificate.
• Ongoing development opportunities

Ready to make a difference?

To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly.  We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 393 4529 or recruitment@sense.org.uk

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. For more information please visit: https://www.sense.org.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/ 

Closing Date

06/10/2025