Support Worker - Driver

Prosperity Care and Wellbeing Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction training

Career progression

Employee benefits

Wellbeing support

DBS provided

Job summary

Prosperity Care & Wellbeing is seeking a compassionate Support Worker - Driver in Cheltenham. This 45-hour week role combines personal care, mobility support and daily living tasks for a young man who uses an AAC device.

You will drive his adapted vehicle, accompany him to college, appointments and social activities, and keep accurate records in care plans. A full UK driving licence is required and full training is provided.

Qualifications

• Provide personal care with dignity and respect.
• Assist with moving and handling to ensure safety.
• Support daily living activities and mobility.
• Encourage independence and choice in activities.
• Support communication using an AAC device.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and be confident driving the adapted vehicle.

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 to college, appointments and social activities.
• Following care plans and maintaining accurate records.

Skills

Personal care

Moving & handling

Daily living

Independence support

AAC communication

Driving licence

Adapted vehicle driving

Patience

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
• 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
• Enhanced DBS provided

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.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about empowering others and ready to make a meaningful impact in specialist care, we’d love to hear from you.

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