Weekend Driver Care Worker | FY4 4QL

ICare Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Free uniform and PPE

Blue Light Card reimbursement

Job summary

ICare Group is seeking an empathetic Home Care Worker (Driver Required) to support clients across Blackpool FY4 and surrounding areas. You will visit clients in their own homes, providing compassionate personal care and practical assistance while adhering to care plans.

You'll need a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, with flexible weekend hours. ICare offers comprehensive training, ongoing support and a positive, values-driven team environment.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate and reliable character required for in-home support.
• Willingness to work weekends on a rolling rota is essential.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle are required.
• Able to travel across Blackpool FY4 area and surrounding communities.
• Full training provided by ICare Group.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care with dignity, respect and compassion.
• Assist with washing, dressing and daily routines.
• Prepare meals and assist with nutrition.
• Give medication prompts and follow care plans.
• Conduct wellbeing and safety checks and maintain a safe home environment.
• Support with light household tasks and companionship.
• Build positive, professional relationships with clients and their families.
• Promote independence and person-centred care.
• Collaborate with a care team to deliver consistent support.
• Travel between clients' homes across the Blackpool FY4 community.

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Reliable and committed

Positive and enthusiastic

Great communicators

Passionate about making a difference

Flexible rota including weekends

Independent working in the community

Living in Blackpool area

Job description

Home Care Worker (Driver Required) - Blackpool (FY4 4QL)

• £13.45 - £13.70 per hour


• £125 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)


• Paid Mileage Between Care Calls


• Flexible Hours (7am-10pm, Monday-Sunday) - Weekend Availability Required

Make a Difference in Your Local Blackpool Community

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 female Home Care Workers to join our Home Care team supporting people across Blackpool (FY4) 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

To be considered for this position, you must:

• Hold a full UK driving licence


• Have access to your own vehicle, moped or electric bike


• Be able to travel throughout the FY4 area and surrounding communities


• Be willing to obtain Class 1 Business Insurance if not already in place


• Be available to work weekends as part of a rolling rota

Due to the nature of the care provided, this role is open to female applicants only under the Equality Act 2010.

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 Everyone deserves to feel valued, heard and supported.


• C - Compassion We treat people with kindness, understanding and dignity.


• A - Aspire We help people achieve their personal goals and ambitions.


• R - Respect We value individuality and promote choice and independence.


• E - Empowerment We support people to live their lives to the fullest.

Together, these values inspire us to deliver exceptional care every day.

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Home Care Worker, 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 Blackpool FY4 community

Most importantly, you'll make a meaningful difference to people's lives every day.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in people who are:

• 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 in Blackpool (FY4) or within a reasonable travelling distance

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

What You'll Receive

• £13.45 - £13.70 per hour


• £125 Refer a Friend Scheme (T&Cs apply)


• Paid mileage between care calls


• 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

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 our team and help local people live safely, independently and with dignity in their own homes.

Inclusion | Compassion | Aspire | Respect | Empowerment

"Care locally. Change lives daily."