Care Assistant

Job description

Care Assistant – Driver with Own VehicleLocation: Covering the S71 and surrounding areas.

Pay Rate: £15.37 per hour (including holiday pay) + 30p per mile for travel between clients.

IMPORTANT: The role requires the right to work in the UK; employer support for work permits is not provided.

About the RoleThis is a homecare position where you will travel to clients' homes throughout the day, providing person‐centered care and support.

Responsibilities

Visit vulnerable and palliative clients in their own homes

Provide personal care with dignity and respect

Support medication management

Assist with meal preparation and nutrition

Work solo or as part of a two‐person team depending on client needs

Support clients with a variety of care requirements

Travel between client visits throughout your shift

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

Benefits

Ongoing training and progression opportunities

Dedicated on‐call team available 24/7

Wellbeing and mental health support

No use of agency staff – you will work with employed Routes care workers only

Rewards

£15.37 per hour (includes holiday pay)

30p per mile for travel between clients

Staff referral scheme with generous incentives (up to £250 per referral)

Requirements

Right to work in the UK without employer support

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

If you have no paid experience, speak to recruiters about becoming a care cadet

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Barnsley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English