Home Care Assistant (Driver) - £250 Welcome Bonus

ICare Group; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Paid mileage

Travel costs covered

Weekly pay

Pension

Flexible hours

Induction & shadowing

Care training

Career progression

Blue Light Card

Employee assistance

Uniform & PPE

Recognition awards

Wellbeing support

Refer a Friend

Job summary

ICare Group in Runcorn (WA7) is seeking Home Care Assistants with a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. The role supports people at home with personal care, daily routines and wellbeing, across the local community.

We offer a competitive hourly rate, mileage payments and flexible hours, with full induction and ongoing training provided. Join a values‑driven team focused on compassionate, person‑centred care.

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Have access to your own vehicle.
• Be able to travel throughout the Runcorn (WA7) area.
• Have a valid right to work in the UK.
• Be willing to obtain Class 1 Business Insurance if not already in place.
• Previous care experience welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care with dignity, respect and compassion.
• Supporting with washing, dressing and daily routines.
• Assisting with meal preparation and nutrition.
• Providing medication prompts and support in line with care plans.
• Carrying out wellbeing and safety checks and light household tasks.
• Offering companionship and emotional support.
• Building positive and professional relationships with the people you support.
• Promoting independence, choice and person‑centred care.
• Working as part of a supportive care team.
• Travelling between clients' homes across the local community.

Skills

Caring & compassionate

Reliable

Great communication

Job description

What You'll Receive

• £250 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)

Home Care Assistant (Driver Required) - Runcorn (WA7)

Competitive Hourly Rate

• £250 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
• Paid Mileage Between Care Calls
• Flexible Hours (7am-10pm, Monday-Sunday)

What if your next job was more than just a job?

At ICare Group, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live independently, safely and comfortably in their own home.

We’re looking for caring, compassionate and reliable individuals to join our Home Care team supporting people across Runcorn (WA7).

Whether you’re already working in care or looking for a rewarding new career, we’ll give you the training, support and encouragement you need to succeed.

Important Information Before You Apply

• Hold a full UK driving licence;
• Have access to your own vehicle;
• Be able to travel throughout the Runcorn (WA7) area;
• Have a valid right to work in the UK; and
• Be willing to obtain Class 1 Business Insurance if not already in place.

Applications that do not meet these requirements will unfortunately not be progressed.

Why Join ICare?

• I - Inclusion Everyone deserves to feel valued, heard and supported.
• C - Compassion We treat people with kindness, understanding and dignity.
• A - Aspire We help people achieve their personal goals and ambitions.
• R - Respect We value individuality and promote choice and independence.
• E - Empowerment We support people to live their lives to the fullest.

These aren’t just words on a page. They’re the values that guide us every day.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Providing personal care with dignity, respect and compassion
• Supporting with washing, dressing and daily routines
• Assisting with meal preparation and nutrition
• Providing medication prompts and support in line with care plans
• Carrying out wellbeing and safety checksSupporting with light household tasks and maintaining a comfortable home environment
• Offering companionship and emotional support
• Building positive and professional relationships with the people you support
• Promoting independence, choice and person‑centred care
• Working as part of a supportive and dedicated care team
• Travelling between clients' homes across the local community

Most importantly, you’ll make a meaningful difference to people’s lives every day.

What We’re Looking For

• Caring and compassionate
• Reliable and committed
• Positive and enthusiastic
• Great communicators
• Passionate about making a difference
• Flexible and able to work across a varied rota, including weekends
• Comfortable working independently within the community
• Living locally to Runcorn (WA7) or within a reasonable travelling distance
• Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle

Previous care experience is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.

What You’ll Receive

• £250 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
• £125 Refer a Friend Scheme
• Paid mileage between care calls
• Travel costs covered where applicable (T&Cs apply)
• Weekly or fortnightly pay options
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working opportunities
• Full induction and paid shadowing shifts
• Care Certificate training and ongoing development
• Career progression opportunities
• Blue Light Card reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free uniform and PPE
• Employee recognition initiatives and Carer Awards
• Dedicated wellbeing and support team

A Career That Matters

You won’t just be providing care.

You’ll be helping someone remain independent in their own home, maintain their confidence, stay connected to their community and continue living life on their own terms.

Join ICare in Runcorn (WA7) and start a career where what you do truly matters.

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I nclusion | C ompassion | A spire | R espect | E mpowerment

Because great care starts with great people.