Community Driver Care Assistant — £500 Joining Bonus

First City Nursing and Care; Swindon; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Care experience

Driving licence

Own vehicle

Travel willingness

Evenings/weekends availability

Right to work in UK

Job description

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.