Community Driver Care Assistant - £500 Joining Bonus

First City Nursing and Care; Swindon; Presencial; GBP 16.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

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Hourly wage £14.24

Mileage allowance £0.35/mile

Joining bonus £500

Bank holiday enhanced pay

Guaranteed hours

Paid induction and shadowing

Pool cars available

28 days' holiday

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Blue Light Card

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Local discounts

Descripción de la vacante

First City Nursing and Care in Swindon is seeking a Community Driver Care Assistant to travel between clients' homes, delivering essential care and companionship. You will help people stay safe, independent and comfortable at home, with flexible shifts and local travel across Swindon.

This full-time role requires a valid UK driving licence, access to a reliable vehicle, and availability for evenings and some weekends. A £500 joining bonus is offered as part of the package.

Formación

• Minimum 2 years hands-on care experience.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Willingness to travel across service areas.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Availability to work evenings and some weekends.

Responsabilidades

• Provide personal care, including washing, bathing and continence support.
• Assist with mobility, medication prompting/compliance and daily tasks.
• Prepare meals and support with light household tasks.
• Deliver person-centred care promoting dignity and independence.
• Support clients to attend appointments and engage with the community.
• Collaborate with families and healthcare professionals to ensure quality care.

Conocimientos

Care experience

Driving licence

Own vehicle

Travel willingness

Evenings/weekends availability

Right to work in UK

Descripción del empleo

Community Driver Care Assistant - £500 Joining Bonus

Earn £14.24 per hour + 35p per mile mileage + £500 Joining Bonus (T&C's Apply)

FULL UK Driving Licence Required & Access to own Vehicle Required

Are you an experienced Care Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in your local community?

We're looking for experienced care workers with at least 2 years of hands‑on care experience to join our friendly domiciliary care team.

£500 Joining Bonus

Join us in a fixed full‑time driving position and receive:

• £250 after successfully completing your 3-month probation
• £250 after 6 months of continuous employment

If you're passionate about delivering high‑quality care and enjoy working independently while supporting people in their own homes, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Community Driver Care Assistant, you'll travel between clients' homes providing essential care, practical support, and companionship. Every day is different, and you'll help people remain safe, independent, and comfortable in their own homes.

You must be happy to travel across all areas we cover (Swindon and the local area).

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing personal care, including washing, bathing, and continence support
• Assisting with mobility and medication administration or prompting
• Preparing meals and supporting with light household tasks
• Delivering person‑centred care that promotes dignity, choice, and independence
• Supporting clients to attend appointments and access their local community
• Working closely with families and healthcare professionals to deliver outstanding care

Shifts Available

We have flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyle, including:

• Morning: 7:00am - 2:30pm
• Evening: 2:30pm - 11:00pm
• Tea & Bed: 5:00pm - 11:00pm

Full‑time, part‑time, and weekend‑only positions are available.

Why First City

First City is a leading provider of high‑quality community care, rated Outstanding by the CQC. Our dedicated and successful team is committed to empowering people to achieve their goals through a holistic, strength‑based approach, supporting individuals to live independently and remain in the comfort of their own homes while receiving exceptional, person‑centred care.

At First City, we value our team and offer a wide range of benefits to support your growth and well‑being:

• £14.24 per hour
• 35p per mile mileage allowance
• Bank holiday enhanced pay
• Guaranteed hours available (terms and conditions apply)
• Paid induction and shadowing
• Pool cars available (subject to availability)
• 28 days' holiday (pro rata)
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
• Blue Light Card membership
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing confidential wellbeing, financial and counselling support
• Local garage discounts
• Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme

What We're Looking For

Essential requirements:

• Minimum 2 years' hands‑on care experience
• Full UK driving licence
• Access to a reliable vehicle
• Willingness to travel across our service areas
• Availability to work evenings and some weekends
• Right to work in the UK

We're looking for caring, reliable, compassionate individuals who are passionate about helping others live independently.

Hear From Our Team

"Working here is incredibly fulfilling. I love helping people in their daily lives."

"The flexibility and support from the team make a real difference."