Care Assistant - Driver with Own Vehicle
Location: Nelson
Pay Rate: £13.69 per hour (including holiday pay) + 30p per mile for travel between clients
Important: Routes are unable to offer a job to anyone who does not have the right to work in the UK or needs employer support.
About Us
Routes Healthcare is a leading homecare provider – we are a care company, not an agency. We put individual healthcare needs first. We support people in their own homes (not in care homes) and out in the community, listening to our clients and ensuring their needs are met with care and consideration.
The Role
This is a homecare position – you’ll be travelling to clients’ homes throughout the day to provide person‑centred care and support.
Responsibilities
* 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
We provide homecare across Nelson and the surrounding areas – speak to our recruitment team to discuss routes that work for you.
Shift Patterns & Hours
* 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
What We Offer
* Routes Academy programme helping you achieve your goals
* Ongoing training and progression opportunities
* Dedicated on‑call team available 24/7
* Wellbeing and mental health support
* Staff referral scheme with generous incentives (up to £250 per referral)
* All staff employed by Routes; no agency staff involved
* £13.69 per hour (includes holiday pay)
* 30p per mile for travel between clients
Essential Requirements
* The right to work in the UK without needing employer support
* A full valid UK driving licence and access to a car for work
* Reliable, compassionate, and committed to delivering excellent care
Desirable
* At least 6 months paid care experience in the UK (or we can provide a care cadet program)
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. 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.
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