Home Care Worker - Driver

ICare Group; Bury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£12.71–£13.70 per hour

£125 Welcome Bonus

£125 Refer a Friend Scheme

Paid mileage between care calls

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Full induction and paid shadowing

Care Certificate training

Career progression opportunities

Blue Light Card reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programme

Free uniform and PPE

Job summary

ICare Group is recruiting a Home Care Assistant (Driver Required) in Bury. Earn £12.71–£13.70 per hour with weekly pay, a £125 welcome bonus, and mileage paid between care calls. Flexible hours 7am–10pm across Mon-Sun, with full induction and ongoing development.

Join a values‑driven team that supports independence and dignity, travels between clients, and offers benefits like pension, carer awards, and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Have access to your own vehicle.
• Be able to travel throughout the Bury area.
• Be willing to obtain Class 1 Business Insurance if not already in place.

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.
• Supporting 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.

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Reliable and committed

Positive and enthusiastic

Great communicators

Flexible rota including weekends

Independent working in the community

Living locally to Bury

Job description

Home Care Assistant (Driver Required) – Bury

£12.71 - £13.70 PER HOUR – Weekly pay

£125 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)

Paid Mileage Between Care Calls at 25 pence per mile

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 the Bury and surrounding areas.

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 Bury area
• 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?

At ICare, our values are at the heart of everything we do:

• I – Inclusion
• C – Compassion
• A – Aspire
• R – Respect
• E – Empowerment

Everyone deserves to feel valued, heard and supported.

We treat people with kindness, understanding and dignity.

We help people achieve their personal goals and ambitions.

We value individuality and promote choice and independence.

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?

As a Home Care Assistant, you'll support people in their own homes, helping them remain independent while maintaining their dignity, wellbeing and quality of life.

No two days are the same, but your role may include:

• 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
• Supporting 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' lives every day.

Unfortunately at this time we do not have any availability for sponsorships

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 Bury or within a reasonable travelling distance

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

What You'll Receive

• £12.71 to £13.70
• £125 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
• £125 Refer a Friend Scheme
• Paid mileage between care calls
• Travel expenses covered where applicable
• Weekly pay
• 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
• Opportunity to work for a sustainability-focused organisation

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 Bury and start a career where what you do truly matters.

#ICare

Inclusion |Compassion |Aspire |Respect |Empowerment

"Because great care starts with great people."