Address Greater Manchester, England, SK1 1SP, GB
Job Type: Casual
Industry: Health, medical, and related.
Care Assistant – Driver with Own Vehicle
Location: Stockport (SK1) and surrounding areas
Pay Rate: £14.24 per hour (including holiday pay) + 30p per mile
IMPORTANT: You must have access to a car for this role. Routes are unable to offer a job to anyone who does not have the right to work in the UK or needs sponsorship.
About Us
Routes Healthcare is a leading home‑care provider – we are a care company, not an agency. We support people in their own homes and in the community, listening to clients and ensuring their needs are met with care and consideration.
About the Role
This is a home‑care position. You’ll be travelling to clients’ homes throughout the day to provide person‑centred care and support.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Visiting vulnerable and palliative clients in their homes
* Providing personal care with dignity and respect
* Supporting with medication management
* Assisting with meal preparation and nutrition
* Working solo or as part of a 2‑person team depending on client needs
* Supporting clients with a variety of care requirements
* Travelling between client visits throughout your shift
What Makes This Different
We provide clinically‑led enhanced home‑care and end‑of‑life care, focused on each individual’s lifestyle and wellbeing.
We are committed to making lives better 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – not only for those we support but also for their loved ones and family members.
Shift Patterns & Hours
Flexibility to suit your life:
* Full‑time and part‑time hours available
* Range of shifts available Monday to Sunday (weekend availability required)
* Shifts allocated based on business needs and your availability
Speak to the recruitment team to hear about our shift patterns and find what fits your lifestyle.
What We Offer
* Ongoing training and progression opportunities
Support
* Dedicated on‑call team available 24/7
* Wellbeing and mental health support
* We don’t use agency staff – you’ll work alongside employed Routes care workers only
Rewards
* £14.24 per hour (includes holiday pay)
* 30p per mile for travel between clients
* Staff referral scheme with generous incentives (up to £250 per referral)
What You Need
* The right to work in the UK without needing employer support
* At least 3 months paid care experience in the UK
* A full valid UK driving licence and access to a car for work
* Reliable, compassionate, and committed to delivering excellent care
Don’t have paid experience? Speak to the recruiters about becoming one of our care cadets.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about supporting people in their own homes and want the flexibility to build a schedule that works for you, we’d love to hear from you.
Routes Healthcare is committed to making lives better through exceptional home‑care services.
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