Female Community Care Assistant - Driver with Own Vehicle Pay Rate: £15.07 per hour (including holiday pay) 30 pence per mile Location : We have community care roles available in Wallsend, Shiremoor or Forest Hall in Newcastle. Please discuss your preferred area when your recruiter calls you. The branch is located in Sunderland (Admiral Way) 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. IMPORTANT: Unfortunately, Routes are unable to offer a job to anyone who does not have the right to work in the UK or needs employer sponsorship. About Us Routes Healthcare is a leading homecare provider - we are a care company, not an agency. Were real people who put individual healthcare needs first. We support people in their own homes (not in care homes) and out in the community, taking the time to listen to our clients and making sure their needs are met with care and consideration. About the Role This is a homecare position - youll be travelling to clients homes throughout the day to provide person-centered care and support. What Youll Be Doing: Visiting vulnerable and palliative clients in their own homes between 7am and 3pm or 3pm and 10pm 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 We provide homecare across Wallsend, Shiremoor and Forest Hall areas of Newcastle. What Makes This Different: We are committed to making lives better 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - not only for the people we support but their loved ones and family members too. Shift Patterns & Hours Flexibility to suit your life: Full-time and part-time hours available Monthly pay Range of shifts available Monday to Sunday (weekend availability required) Speak to the recruitment team to hear about our shift patterns and find what fits your lifestyle. What We Offer Career Development: Routes Academy programme helping you achieve your goals Ongoing training and progression opportunities Support: Dedicated on-call team available 24/7 Wellbeing and mental health support We dont use agency staff - youll work alongside employed Routes care workers only Rewards: £15.07 per hour (includes holiday pay) 30 pence per mile for travel between clients Staff referral scheme with generous incentives (up to £250 per referral) What You Need Essential: The right to work in the UK without needing employer sponsorship A full valid UK driving licence and access to a car for work Reliable, compassionate, and committed to delivering excellent care At least 3 months paid care experience in the UK Ready to Make a Difference? If youre passionate about supporting people in their own homes and want the flexibility to build a schedule that works for you, wed 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.