Compassionate Home Care Driver - Flexible Visits

Routes Healthcare; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Routes Academy programme

Ongoing training and progression

Staff referral scheme

Job summary

Routes Healthcare is seeking a Community Care Assistant - Driver with Own Vehicle to travel to clients’ homes and deliver person-centred care across designated areas. The role combines client visits with driving duties, following care plans and delivering compassionate support.

You will work in community settings, visiting clients daily with a focus on dignity, safety and adherence to care plans, while enjoying a supportive environment and pathways for progression.

Qualifications

• The right to work in the UK is required.
• A full valid UK driving licence and access to a car for work.
• Reliable, compassionate and committed to delivering excellent care.
• Desirable: at least 3 months paid care experience in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Visiting vulnerable and palliative clients in their own homes between 7am and 10pm.
• Providing personal care with dignity and respect.
• Supporting with medication management.
• Assisting with meal preparation and nutrition.
• Working solo or as part of a 2-person team depending on client needs.
• Travelling between client visits throughout your shift.

Skills

Driving licence

Car ownership

Compassionate care

Job description

Routes Healthcare is seeking a Community Care Assistant - Driver with Own Vehicle to travel to clients’ homes and deliver person-centred care across designated areas. The role combines client visits with driving duties, following care plans and delivering compassionate support.

You will work in community settings, visiting clients daily with a focus on dignity, safety and adherence to care plans, while enjoying a supportive environment and pathways for progression.