We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Emergency Home Responders. This unique opportunity allows you to use your driving skills to provide essential support to older, disabled, and vulnerable individuals who need urgent assistance at home.
As an Emergency Home Responder, your primary task will be to respond quickly to emergencies. You'll assess the situation, provide immediate support, and ensure the well-being of those in need. You'll also offer reassurance and comfort to our customers, making them feel safe and secure in difficult moments.
Working from home, you will be part of a rota of 7 days on call Monday to Sunday. Each shift is 12 hours long, including weekends and Bank Holidays. Due to timed attendance targets, it is essential that you live in the Fylde / Wyre area.
What We Offer
* Comprehensive Training: We provide all the training you need, including First Aid, emergency response, and using specialized lifting equipment. No prior experience? No problem – we’ll equip you with the skills to succeed.
* Flexible Shifts: Work from home and be on call during your allocated 12-hour shifts. Shifts will be nights, including weekends and Bank Holidays. You must live within the Fylde / Wyre area to meet our response time targets.
* Valuable Experience: This role is perfect for drivers and individuals who want to be part of an essential service and gain experience in emergency response.
Previous experience isn’t essential for the role as training will be given to enable you to become a valuable member of our team and provide support to the emergency services.
What we’re looking for:
* A valid driver’s licence and your own reliable vehicle
* A compassionate and caring attitude
* Reliability, determination, and a strong work ethic
* The ability to communicate effectively and stay calm under pressure
If you possess the above, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your C.V. today!
You can look forward to:
* Competitive salaries offered and benchmarked regularly
* We support employee development and promote continuous learning
* Training and Development
PAY STRUCTURE
* £25.58 for each 12 hour standby shift.
* Plus £18.00 per callout for the first 90 minutes.
* An additional £12.65 per hour for any callouts over 90 minutes.
* £0.45p per mile car allowance.
Progress Lifeline is part of Progress Housing Group. The Group values equality and works to provide a fair and inclusive environment for a workforce that is as diverse as the communities it serves. We want to further increase the diversity of our workforce, particularly the number of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic staff and disabled staff at all levels of the Association. This advert is open to all applicants, and we would particularly welcome applications from candidates identifying with one or both of those characteristics.
Additional Information
To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please click on the job description to view the job description and person specification.
Application Closing Date: 11:59 Sunday 19th January 2025
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