We are looking for a reliable, friendly and caring Minibus
Driver to join our wonderful team. As
our driver, you’ll play a key part in supporting residents to enjoy safe,
comfortable and enjoyable journeys, whether that’s for scheduled appointments,
shopping trips, or social outings. In
addition, you will be supporting the maintenance team,
This is a rewarding role where you’ll help enhance
residents’ independence, confidence and overall wellbeing.
We offer some excellent rewards and benefits
including:
* We
offer all team members 1 free meal per shift.
* Enhanced Bank
Holiday pay.
* Increased
Annual Leave entitlement. Team members who work with us for 3 years or
more, get extra annual leave.
* Cycle
to Work scheme – Why not save money on commuting costs and improve your
health at the same time.
* Milestone
Birthdays - get EXTRA time off to celebrate that special
birthday.
* Company
sick pay which is over and above the statutory entitlement (subject to
length of service).
* Refer
a Friend Scheme for successful referrals - for all
permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
* Recognition
and staff appreciation initiatives.
* Long
service awards.
* Health
Cash Plan (subject to T&Cs).
* Death
in Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs).
And much more……….
Location: Lambwood Heights 244 Lambourne Road, Chigwell IG7 6HX
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay: £13.90 per hour
Contract: Full-time
Shift: Days
We are an award-winning Care Home provider who deliver high
quality, kind and compassionate care. For our residents, joining one of our
Homes is like joining our family - and we make that no different for our new
colleagues. If you have experience in maintenance or a similar job role and
have a proactive approach to work then this could be the role for you!
What will you be doing:
Minibus Driving
* Safely
operate the care home’s minibus for resident outings, appointments and
activities.
* Assist
residents getting on and off the vehicle, ensuring comfort, dignity and
safety.
* Work closely with the care and activities teams to
coordinate schedules.
* Provide friendly conversation and reassurance
during journeys.
* Carry
out daily safety and cleanliness checks on the vehicle.
* Maintain
a clean, tidy and roadworthy minibus.
Maintenance Support
* Assist
the maintenance team with routine tasks around the home (e.g., basic
repairs, painting, moving furniture, outdoor upkeep).
* Help
ensure the care home environment remains safe, clean and well-presented.
* Report
maintenance issues promptly and support in resolving them.
* Follow
health and safety procedures at all times.
What you need to succeed:
We’d love to hear from you if you are:
* A
confident driver with a clean, valid UK driving licence (D1 category
preferred).
* Practical,
hands‑on and willing to support basic maintenance tasks.
* Patient,
empathetic and approachable with a caring nature.
* Reliable,
organised and responsible.
* Comfortable
working with older adults, including those with mobility needs.
Experience in maintenance or a similar role is beneficial
but not essential, training will be provided.
“Our mission” is to provide exceptional homes
for people to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our family.
* Family
* Integrity
* Respect
* Exceptional
* Sustainable
Apply now!
If you are caring, practical and confident behind the wheel,
we’d love to hear from you.