Staffordshire County Council · Stafford, England
This is a live UK-based role at Staffordshire County Council, a UK Skilled Worker sponsor tracked by Sponsorly AI against the Home Office register. Posted 25 September 2026. Listed as open until 28 October 2026.
This is a diverse social care role where every day is different. For adults with learning disabilities, you’ll open the door to lives of independence, fulfilment, and joy. And your impact won’t stop there. This positive change will be felt across families and throughout the Staffordshire communities we’re proud to serve. Staffordshire County Council are looking for motivated people who are passionate about providing outstanding care quality for adults with learning disabilities. We specialise in supporting adults with complex needs, profound and multiple learning disabilities, and behaviours that challenge. Our mission is to promote opportunities, independence and choice so individuals can thrive, and our vision is to be leaders in providing innovative and inspirational care and support. Our Specialist Opportunities provide meaningful activities, sessions and outings either in our centres or across the local community. The service has a strong ethos of promoting independence, outcomes, and wellbeing. You can learn about our services via our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/staffordshirelearningdisability / Staffordshire Connects | The Pipers at Brackenberry Specialist Opportunities - Day opportunities for adults with learning disabilities and autism . You will be expected to work flexibly across the week according to business need. Rotas are subject to change depending on business need. Although this role is based primarily at The Pipers in Newcastle, there may be times when you are expected to work flexibly across Provider Services, including different care settings, delivery approaches, and locations, as required. The post will be 31.5 hours per week over 4 days. The hours are: Monday to Friday 8.45am to 4.30pm (4 days). A pre-employment health assessment and an enhanced DBS check will be required. Main Responsibilities In this role you will: Drive vehicles, including adapted vehicles and minibuses. Be responsible for the safe and dignified travel of the people we support Complete vehicle and equipment checks, minor routine maintenance tasks, and vehicle cleaning. Support with care tasks as required, including personal care and manual handling. Liaise professionally with individuals and their families, acting as a first point of contact You may be required to be responsible for the opening and closing of the building. The Ideal Candidate The minimum criteria that will be used to shortlist for this role will be: Current D1 driving license Minimum of 3 years driving experience Experience of working with people with learning disabilities and autism ICT skills to complete digital record keeping Have effective communication and interpersonal skills To be able to physically assist in the personal care needs and/ or the behavioural support needs of service users, which will include some moving and handling, the ability to support people who use a wheelchair in the community and the ability to support with behavioural needs. If you alread…
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