Care Assistant – Female Driver with Own Vehicle
Routes Healthcare – Wirral, England, United Kingdom
Pay: £14.00 per hour (incl. holiday pay) + 30p per mile
NOTICE: 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. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and must not require employer support.
About Us
Routes Healthcare is a leading homecare provider. We support people in their own homes and out in the community, putting individual needs first and ensuring their care is delivered with dignity and respect.
About the Role
This is a homecare position. You will travel to clients' homes throughout the day to deliver 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 care requirements
* Traveling between client visits throughout your shift
Shift Patterns & Hours
* Full‑time and part‑time hours available
* Shifts Monday to Sunday, weekend availability required
* Shifts allocated based on business needs and your availability
* Once committed, 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
* Well‑being and mental health support
* No agency staff – you will work alongside employed Routes care workers only
Rewards
* £14.00 per hour (incl. holiday pay)
* 30p per mile for travel between clients
* Staff referral scheme with incentives up to £250 per referral
Essential
* 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 lack paid experience, speak to the recruiters about becoming a care cadet)
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are passionate about supporting people in their own homes and want flexible scheduling, 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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