Support Worker - Driver

Prosperity Care & Wellbeing; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Prosperity Care & Wellbeing is seeking a compassionate Support Worker - Driver to assist a young man in his 20s who uses an AAC device to communicate. You will help with daily living, mobility, and community access, while driving his adapted vehicle.

This role requires a full UK driving licence and a confident driver. The position is 45 hours per week with shifts across early and late patterns, offering valuable training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Able to drive the individual's adapted vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care with dignity and respect
• Moving and handling support
• Assisting with daily living activities
• Encouraging independence and choice
• Supporting communication using an AAC device
• Accompanying to college, appointments, and social activities
• Following care plans and maintaining accurate records
• Building a positive and trusting relationship
• Must be a confident driver and willing to drive the individual's adapted vehicle

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Confident driver

Job description

Support Worker - Driver

Location: Cheltenham

Shift Pattern: 7am - 3pm, 3pm - 10pm, 7am -10pm

Hours: 45 hours per week

Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour

Sponsorship: We are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

Driver Requirement: Full UK driving license required and confidence driving the individual's vehicle.

Make a Real Difference with an Award-Winning Care Provider

At Prosperity Care & Wellbeing, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional, person-centred health and social care. We support adults with complex needs to live empowered, meaningful lives - and we invest just as deeply in the wellbeing, development, and success of our staff.

Our commitment to excellence has been recognised nationally:

• Large Business of the Year - C2S Business Awards 2026
• Best National Home Care Employer (UK) - Great British Care Awards 2025
• Excellence in Social Care Training - GCPA Awards 2024
• Home Care Employer (South West) - Great British Care Awards 2024
• Culture & Diversity Award - Circle2Success Business Awards 2023
• Best Place to Work - Gloucestershire Live Business Awards 2022

About the Person You'll Be Supporting & Your Role

You will be supporting a young man in his 20s who uses an AAC device to communicate. He has reduced muscle tone and coordination and requires support with daily living activities, personal care, and mobility. He enjoys Monster Trucks, Country Music, Harry Potter, and attending college during the week. He has a great sense of humour and enjoys spending time with people who can share a laugh and engage in the things he loves.

This is a rewarding role where you'll help him maintain his independence, access the community, and enjoy the things he loves.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a caring, patient, and reliable Support Worker who is passionate about making a difference.

Key responsibilities:

• Providing personal care with dignity and respect
• Supporting with moving and handling
• Assisting with daily living activities
• Encouraging independence and choice
• Supporting communication using an AAC device
• Accompanying him to college, appointments, and social activities
• Following care plans and maintaining accurate records
• Building a positive and trusting relationship
• Must hold a full UK driving licence
• Must be a confident driver and willing to drive the individual's adapted vehicle

Experience is desirable, but full training will be provided for the right candidate.

What We Offer

Alongside the satisfaction of making a real difference, you'll receive:

• Comprehensive induction and specialist training
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Employee benefits, lifestyle savings & wellbeing support
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Online counselling and GP access
• Cycle-to-work and salary-sacrifice schemes
• Enhanced DBS provided

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Diversity strengthens our team, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults with care and support needs and expect all staff to uphold the highest standards of professionalism.

Questions? Call our team on 0330 320 9144, Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm.