Driver/Carer Opportunity

The Opportunity Hub UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance

Dental/optical

Holiday allowance

Training opportunities

Regular hours

Career progression

Supportive team

Job summary

The Opportunity Hub UK in London is seeking a Driver/Carer to support adults with autism and learning disabilities at a South Woodford day centre. You will drive a Renault minibus and escort 4–7 service users, building trust and understanding their needs.

The role offers stable hours from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with a salary of £27,594. Benefits include full healthcare, dental/optical coverage after six months, generous holidays, and ongoing training to develop professional care and transport skills.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Enhanced DBS clearance is mandatory.
• Right to work in the United Kingdom; visa sponsorship not available.
• Availability to work 8:00–16:30 hours.

Responsibilities

• Safely driving and escorting clients to and from the day centre.
• Providing personalised care and support to individuals with various needs.
• Building trusting relationships with clients to understand requirements.
• Ensuring passenger comfort and safety during transit.
• Contributing to a positive atmosphere at the day centre.
• Working as part of a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Full UK driving license

Enhanced DBS

Empathy & communication

Social care experience

Patience

Team player

Professional development

Job description

Driver/Carer Opportunity in South Woodford, London - £27,594

Are you looking to make a genuine difference in people's lives while utilizing your driving skills? A well-established day centre in South Woodford with aperson centred & psychodynamic approachis seeking a compassionateDriver/Carer to join their dedicated team supporting adults with autism and learning disabilities.

Company Overview:

This respected day centre specializes in providing essential support services to adults with disabilities.Team members consistently report feeling well-

informed, enjoying excellent benefits, and experiencing a significantly better work-life balance compared to similar organizations in the sector.The centre is known for its comprehensive training program, offering 13 online courses annually plus 3 days of specialized PRICE training.

Job Overview:

As a Driver/Carer, you will play a dual role that is critical to the daily operations of the centre.Your day will begin at 8:00 am on the Renault minibus, where you will be responsible for safely transporting and escorting 4-7 service users.This Driver/Carer position offers the unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients, gaining a deep understanding of their individual needs and requirements.

Here is what you'll be doing:

• Safely driving and escorting clients users to and from the day centre.
• Providing personalized care and support to individuals with various needs.
• Building trusting relationships with clients users to better understand their requirements.
• Ensuring the comfort and safety of all passengers during transit.
• Contributing to the supportive and positive atmosphere of the day centre.
• Working as part of a dedicated team to deliver best in class care services.

Here are the skills you'll need:

• Cleanautomatic and manualdriving license
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Genuine empathy and excellent communication skills
• Previous experience in social education, SEN, as a TA/SEND, or NHS background (preferred)
• Patience and understanding when working with vulnerable individuals
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to professional development as a Driver/Carer

Work Permissions

You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Here are the benefits of this job:

• Competitive salary of £27,594 for the Driver/Carer position
• Full healthcare insurance, wellbeing and dental/optical scheme coverage after 6 months of employment
• Generous holiday allowance including mandatory 2 weeks at Christmas and 4 weeks to be booked
• Comprehensive training opportunities (13 online courses and 4 days specialized training)
• Regular working hours (8:00 am - 4:30 pm)
• Rewarding career making a genuine difference to people's lives
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities to progress

Career in Care and Transport

Pursuing a career as a Driver/Carer in the social care sector offers unique rewards beyond many conventional roles.As a Driver/Carer, you'll develop specialized skills that combine transport safety with person-centred care approaches.This particular Driver/Carer position provides stability, professional development, and the profound satisfaction of knowing your work directly improves the quality of life for vulnerable individuals.The skills gained as a Driver/Carer are increasingly valued across the health and social care sectors, offering excellent prospects for career progression.

Pre-Application Questions

Essential Requirements Checklist:

• Do you hold a full, clean driving license valid for use in the UK?
• Do you have an Enhanced DBS clearance, or are you willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check?(Enhanced DBS clearance is mandatory for this position)
• Do you have the right to work in the United Kingdom?(Visa sponsorship is not available for this position)
• Are you available to work the required hours(8:00am - 4:30pm) (The role requires availability during specified working hours)