Mental Health Transport Assistant (Leeds)

Mental Health Transport AssistantLocation: Leeds, LS8 3LG (Oaktree House, 408 Oakwood Lane).

Contract: Full-time, 42.1 hours per week on a 4 on 4 off rolling shift pattern (12 hour shifts; day, night and weekend work).

Responsibilities

To support and transport vulnerable service users as part of a team.

To be able to attend the office within one hour during on-call shifts

Maintain Enhanced DBS (organised and paid for during Induction)

To provide a professional and caring service for all patients whilst in our care.

To ensure that at all times patient safety remains paramount, and safe systems of work are adhered to

To support the care of patients during assessments in line with the Mental Health Act

Safe use of Company vehicles and equipment, preparing required patient paperwork and driving to local and national locations

Qualifications

Full UK Manual Driving Licence held for a minimum of 1 year

Age over 21 due to the company''s insurance

Passion for working in a fast-paced environment

Able to reliably adapt and work well under pressure

Good written and verbal communication skills

Enhanced DBS certificate within the last 3 years (preferred)

RemunerationBlended rate of £12.88 per hour (Day, Night and Weekend Shifts). Annual remuneration from £28,280.10 based on expected hours. Over-runs paid at £22 per hour. Enhanced pay of £1.20 extra per hour for work at a Mental Health place of safety and bed watch activities, supporting ward staff. Shift pay enhancements are available for some call-in or overtime shifts, additional £1.75 per hour. Further information will be discussed during the interview process.

In Return, We Offer

Company pension

Refer a friend scheme

Health Care Cash plan upon successful completion of 6 months probationary period

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced DBS

Eligibility for Blue Light membership

Uniform provided

We provide above and beyond PPE and Equipment

Additional Annual Leave after 2 years of service

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About UsOverview of your organisation: Our journey began in 2012. We specialise in the delivery of secure patient transport and continue to grow. We are driven by PROUD core values: Patient First, Respect, Openness, Unity and Determination. We work in partnership with NHS trusts, private settings and operate within the Restraint Reduction Network (RRN).

We are proud to be the first Secure Patient Transport company in the UK to achieve the high standard of RRN training and care we provide. In November 2023 we celebrated 10 years in business as a niche secure transport provider.

Equality, Diversity and InclusionSecure Care UK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Background and ExperienceEssential

Full Manual UK Driving licence. UK driving experience for at least 1 year

Excellent communication skills, including IT ability

Ability to remain calm under pressure whilst delivering genuine care

Demonstrate resilience

Able to work as part of a team effectively

Excellent attention to detail

Desirable

Healthcare Background

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 detailsEmployer name: Secure Care UK

Address: Oaktree House, 408 Oakwood Lane, Leeds, LS8 3LG

Employer''s website: https://securecareuk.co.uk/

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