Female Care Assistant – Driver with Own Vehicle
Routes Healthcare is recruiting a Care Assistant to travel to client homes in the Batley area. You must have your own car and a valid UK driving licence. The role is open to female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act as a Genuine Occupational Requirement.
Location
Batley
Pay
£13.69 per hour (including holiday pay) + 30p per mile for travel between clients.
Important
We are only able to employ those who have the right to work in the UK and do not require employer support.
About Us
Routes Healthcare is a leading homecare provider dedicated to delivering person‑centered care in clients' own homes. We value compassion, dignity, and respect.
About the Role
This is a homecare position where you will travel to clients' homes throughout the day to provide support and person‑centered care.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Visiting vulnerable and palliative clients in their own homes
* Providing personal care with dignity and respect
* Supporting 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
* Traveling between client visits throughout your shift
Shift Patterns & Hours
* Full‑time and part‑time hours available
* Range of shifts 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
Career Development
* Routes Academy programme to help you achieve your goals
* Ongoing training and progression opportunities
Support
* Dedicated on‑call team available 24/7
* Wellbeing and mental health support
* No agency staff – you will work alongside employed Routes care workers only
Rewards
* £13.69 per hour (includes holiday pay)
* 30p per mile for travel between clients
* Staff referral scheme with generous incentives (up to £250 per referral)
Essential Requirements
* 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 (if you do not have paid experience, speak to recruiters about becoming a care cadet)
Ready to make a difference?
If you are passionate about supporting people in their own homes and want flexibility to build a schedule that works for you, we would 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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