Drivers

Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd; Wadebridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care service provider in Wadebridge is seeking a Driver to be part of a caring team. This role involves maintaining the safety and wellbeing of Service Users during external activities. Applicants should ideally possess a clean D1 driving licence and be committed to compassionate care. Competitive salary and a variety of benefits are offered, including cashback for healthcare expenses and early pay access.

Benefits

Simply Health cashback for healthcare expenses

Early Pay access

Discounts across multiple retailers

Exclusive discount on Tastecard

Free criminal record checks

Pension Scheme with Nest

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work scheme

Training support and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Able to demonstrate care and compassion.
• Capable of leading and working well in a team.
• Clean and valid D1 driving licence or PSV Licence required.
• Competent in vehicle checks and basic maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain the safety and wellbeing of Service Users.
• Participate in external activities and trips.
• Report any vehicle defects or accidents.

Job description

Overview

As a Driver for Maria Mallaband Care Group you will work as part of the caring team, and as such work with other staff to promote and maintain the safety and wellbeing of the Service Users whilst participating in external activities and trips.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate care and compassion.
• Able to take the lead where needed and also be a team player.
• Required to work in a physically and mentally demanding environment.
• The Minibus Driver will ideally hold a clean and valid driving licence D1 unrestricted or PSV Licence
• Be competent in the ability to carry out the driver’s weekly vehicle checks and basic maintenance
• Report any vehicle defect, faults and accidents in line with the Company Policy, ensuring all relevant reports are completed and submitted within the required timeframe

In return for all of this you will receive a competitive salary package plus:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
• An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off total food bill
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage