Minibus Driver

Oakbank Care Home; Crieff; On-site; GBP 6,600 - 7,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Oakbank Care Home in Crieff is hiring a Minibus Driver on a part-time contract to support residents' activities, appointments and outings with safe, reliable transport.

You will hold a full clean UK driving licence, bring at least 2 years of driving experience, and maintain a friendly, professional approach while safeguarding passengers and following health and safety procedures. PVG checks and training are provided as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Minimum of 2 years driving experience.
• Experience driving larger vehicles is desirable but not essential.
• A responsible, reliable and professional approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to undertake training.
• A friendly and patient manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable transport for residents to activities, appointments and outings.
• Support wellbeing, independence and social engagement of residents.
• Ensure journeys are carried out safely and efficiently with care and consideration.
• Maintain a friendly, professional approach and ensure health and safety compliance.

Skills

UK Driving Licence

2+ years driving experience

Larger vehicle experience desirable

Reliable and professional

Good communication

Willingness to train

Friendly and patient

Job description

Oakbank Care Home is a well established care home in Crieff, providing Residential, Nursing, Dementia, Palliative and Respite care for up to 70 residents. With a strong, supportive team and a focus on high standards of care, the home offers a positive working environment where staff feel valued and supported in their roles.

Minibus Driver Contract

• £12.71 per hour
• Contracted to 10 hours per week over 2 days
• Paid PVG, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As a Minibus Driver, you will support daily life by providing safe, reliable and comfortable transport for residents. You will help people attend activities, appointments and outings, supporting their wellbeing, independence and social engagement.

You will ensure all journeys are carried out safely and efficiently, supporting passengers with care and consideration. A friendly and professional approach is key to creating a positive and reassuring experience for those travelling.

Working as part of the wider team, you will help maintain a safe and well organised environment, ensuring all transport activities follow health and safety requirements.

What We Are Looking For

• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Minimum of 2 years driving experience
• Experience driving larger vehicles is desirable but not essential
• A responsible, reliable and professional approach
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to undertake training
• A friendly and patient manner

About us

Oakbank Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.