Minibus Driver (Care Home Group)

Westgate Healthcare Ltd; Hertford Heath; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal pay for young workers

Stream wage access

Blue Light Card discounts

Byond Prepayment Card

Refer a Friend £500

Job summary

Westgate Healthcare Ltd in Hertfordshire is seeking a part-time Minibus Driver to support our elderly residents in getting out and about safely. You will drive between care homes across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, London and Essex, for 22.5 hours each week with a 8:00am–4:00pm pattern.

You’ll be a friendly, reliable driver who prioritises passenger safety, assists boarding and completes safety checks. The role offers permanent, part-time work at £12.71 per hour with training and development

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required with 2 years' driving experience.
• Safe, patient and caring approach to supporting elderly residents.
• Ability to follow health and safety procedures and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Safely driving the minibus and prioritising passenger safety.
• Assist residents boarding and alighting, including ramps and wheelchairs.
• Carry out pre-use safety checks on brakes, lights and tyres.
• Keep the minibus clean and well maintained.
• Plan safe routes and coordinate timings with the Home Manager.
• Adhere to risk assessments and emergency protocols.
• Provide friendly, patient service to residents on every journey.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Confident driver

Reliable

Caring

2 years UK driving experience

Job description

Minibus Driver - Part Time

Hertfordshire | £12.71 per hour | Permanent

Come and make every journey count with Westgate Healthcare!
#CareWithUsAtWestgate

Are you a confident driver who enjoys meeting people and making a difference?

We're looking for a friendly, reliable and caring Minibus Driver to join our team on a permanent, part-time basis. You'll be helping our elderly residents get out and about safely - whether that's enjoying a day trip, heading out for an activity or simply getting where they need to go.

This isn't just about getting from A to B. It's about making the journey part of the experience.

You'll be a familiar and friendly face for our residents, helping them feel safe, comfortable and supported every step of the way.

About The Role

Location: Care homes across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, London and Essex, with travel as required
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Working pattern: 3 days per week, 8:00am-4:00pm

Important: The minibus is based at Westgate House Care Centre in Ware (SG12 7LP). You'll need to be able to get yourself to Ware at the start of your shift, collect the minibus, complete the required journeys, and return the minibus to Ware at the end of the day.

As the role involves travelling to different care homes and destinations across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, London and Essex, you'll need to be comfortable travelling and driving across these areas.

More About the Role

As a Minibus Driver, you'll be responsible for making sure every journey is safe, smooth and enjoyable.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Safely driving the minibus and putting passenger safety first at all times.
• Helping residents board and leave the vehicle safely, including supporting the use of ramps, lifts and wheelchair restraints.
• Completing pre-use safety checks, including brakes, lights, tyres, seatbelts and accessibility equipment.
• Keeping the minibus clean, tidy and well maintained.
• Planning practical, safe and cost-effective routes and coordinating pick-up and drop-off times with the Home Manager.
• Following all relevant risk assessments, health and safety procedures, manual handling guidance and emergency protocols.
• Providing a friendly, patient and reassuring service to residents throughout every journey.
• Representing Westgate Healthcare professionally and compassionately wherever you go.

About You

We're looking for someone who is safe, dependable and genuinely enjoys helping people.

You'll need:

• A full, clean UK driving licence with at least 2 years' UK driving experience.
• The right to live and work in the UK.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and respect residents' privacy.
• An understanding of health and safety.
• An understanding of the emotional, social, physical, psychological and intellectual needs of vulnerable people.
• A friendly, patient and approachable manner.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable, but not essential.

What matters most is that you're a responsible driver who is kind, patient and happy to go the extra mile for the people you support.

Why Work at Westgate?

We want our people to feel valued, supported and rewarded. As part of the Westgate Healthcare team, you'll have access to:

• Equal pay for young workers - colleagues under 25 are paid the same rate as staff aged 25+.
• Stream - access your wages before payday, plus exclusive discounts at some of the UK's favourite shops.
• Blue Light Card and a range of additional employee discounts.
• Byond Prepayment Card, Extras Discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 for a successful referral.
• Employee recognition schemes, including Employee of the Month and Long Service Awards.
• Team-building and social events.
• Training and development opportunities, including support towards nationally recognised qualifications.
• Financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity.
• Comprehensive induction and free training.

#CareWithUsAtWestgate

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, so early application is encouraged.

Due to the high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age.

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Required Criteria

• Must hold a valid driving license appropriate for driving a minibus
• Must be a confident driver
• Must be reliable
• Must be caring

Desired Criteria

• Enjoys meeting people
• Possesses a friendly demeanor
• Experience working with elderly individuals

About The Company

At Westgate Healthcare, we have been providing high-quality care since the early 1990s, growing from a single home into a well-respected group across Hertfordshire, Essex, Buckinghamshire and London.

We offer a wide range of services including residential care, nursing care, dementia care, respite care and palliative support, tailored to meet the needs of each individual.

Our homes are designed to provide comfort, safety and a strong sense of community, while our teams work closely with families and healthcare partners to deliver person-centred care plans.

As a family-owned organisation, we take pride in maintaining a personal, values-driven approach where residents and staff are treated with respect and understanding

Company Culture

Our culture is built on care, respect and teamwork.

We believe that the quality of our care starts with the people who deliver it, which is why we focus on creating a supportive and inclusive workplace.

At Westgate Healthcare, every colleague plays a vital role — from care staff to chefs, maintenance teams and management — working together to enhance residents’ quality of life.

We encourage continuous learning, open communication and shared responsibility, ensuring that our teams feel confident, valued and empowered.

Being a family-run organisation, we maintain a close-knit feel where people are recognised for their contribution and supported to succeed.

Company Benefits

We are committed to supporting our team with a strong and rewarding benefits package.

At Westgate Healthcare, you'll receive competitive pay, flexible working options and access to ongoing training and professional development.

We provide opportunities to progress your career across our homes, supported by experienced leadership and structured training programmes.

Our teams benefit from working in modern, well-equipped care environments, with a strong emphasis on safety, wellbeing and collaboration.

Most importantly, we offer the chance to do meaningful work, where you can make a real difference in people’s lives every day — supported by a team that values and respects you.

Salary

£12.71 per hour