Driver with Own Vehicle Location: Leyland (PR25) and surrounding areas
Pay Rate: £14.24 per hour (including holiday pay) plus 30 pence per mile.
IMPORTANT: Routes is unable to offer a job to anyone who does not have the right to work in the UK or needs employer support.
Female Requirement
This role is advertised for female care assistants only as a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, to meet the specific care needs of our clients.
About Us
Routes Healthcare is a leading homecare provider. We are a care company, not an agency, and we support people in their own homes (not in care homes) and out in the community, taking the time to listen and ensure their needs are met with care and consideration.
About the Role
This is a homecare 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 own 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 different care requirements
* Travelling between client visits throughout your shift
* Providing homecare across Preston and the surrounding areas
* Speaking to our recruitment team to discuss routes that work for you
What Makes This Different
We support people who need complex care services for long‑term health conditions, clinically‑led enhanced homecare, and end‑of‑life care. All focused on supporting each individual's lifestyle and wellbeing. We are committed to making lives better 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, not only for the people 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
* Once committed to a shift, you must complete the full shift reliably
* Speak to the recruitment team to hear about our shift patterns and find what fits your lifestyle
What We Offer Career Development
* Ongoing training and progression opportunities
* Dedicated on‑call team available 24/7
* Wellbeing and mental health support
What You Need – Essential
* The right to work in the UK without needing employer support
* A full valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work
* Reliable, compassionate, and committed to delivering excellent care
Desirable
* At least 3 months paid care experience in the UK (If you do not have paid experience, speak to the recruiters about becoming one of our care cadets)
What We Offer
* £14.24 per hour (includes holiday pay)
* 30 pence per mile for travel between clients
* Staff referral scheme with generous incentives (up to £250 per referral)
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.
Apply today and speak to our friendly recruitment team about the hours and areas available.
Routes Healthcare is committed to making lives better through exceptional homecare services.
Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
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