Female Support Worker – Driver

Overview

Are you someone who loves helping others, enjoys driving, and wants to make a real difference every single day? Sense is looking for a reliable Female Support Worker (Driver) to join our warm and welcoming team in Exeter, working 35 hours per week for £12.50 per hour. This role is 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).

• Support adults who are deafblind or have complex disabilities to live full and active lives.
• Help with daily routines and support access to the world around them, including appointments, community activities, or day-out experiences.
• Create safe, enjoyable and meaningful experiences inside and outside of the home; be a familiar and friendly face.
• Work closely with support staff to assist with day-to-day support and contribute to the smooth running of the service.
• Help reduce isolation and promote independence for the people supported.

• Full UK driving license (essential).
• A calm, patient, and friendly approach.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the role; commitment to inclusion and supporting people with complex needs.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• A willingness to learn BSL and use a total communication approach.

• Working at Sense includes benefits such as pension contributions, training, and development opportunities.
• To apply, please follow the application process outlined by Sense; ensure you complete the Personal Statement thoroughly as part of shortlisting.
• Note:
  
  This role may require an enhanced DBS check where appropriate.

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

• Great Exeter City Centre Location
• 32 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays pro rata
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%
• Free life assurance policy
• Cashback and discounts on high street brands
• Cycle to work scheme
• Travel season ticket loans
• Enhanced sick pay
• Mindfulness app – free access for employees
• Free DBS check if required for the role
• Refer-a-friend scheme
• Access to training courses, including care certificates

To apply, please use the designated application process. Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; ensure you complete this section thoroughly. Please read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification before applying.

No agency submissions please. If you require assistance, contact the Recruitment Team on  or

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

We welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity and to promoting the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with.