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Job summary Shift Details : Monday to Sunday At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as an Activities Driver at Sonning Gardens Care Home in Berkshire. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Activities Driver will be providing safe, timely and courteous transportation for residents to and from various activities while providing quality service. Other responsibilities will include: Providing transportation services for residents. Assisting residents with any special needs during transportation, such as carrying packages, opening doors, assisting residents onto and out of the vehicle, and assisting residents to the point of destination required. Always focusing on driving; directs tasks and passenger interactions to onboard support staff while the vehicle is in motion. Providing miscellaneous pickup and delivery services as needed. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you must live our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability in everything you do. Our ideal candidate must: Have a PCV license with Cat D1 and an acceptable driving record. Attend periodic Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) training as required. Be knowledgeable of all safety precautions and comply with safety procedures. Be able to react calmly in emergencies and be considerate. ABOUT AVERY At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day.
Main duties of the job The job of an Activities Driver at Avery Healthcare involves providing safe, timely, and courteous transportation for residents to and from various activities. The role demands a compassionate and dedicated individual focused on delivering quality service. Key responsibilities include providing transportation services, assisting residents with special needs during transportation, and directing tasks to onboard support staff while the vehicle is in motion. The driver must provide additional pickup and delivery services as needed. At Avery Healthcare, employees are celebrated and supported, with opportunities for growth in a caring and supportive environment. Joining the team means being part of an award-winning workforce passionate about making a positive impact on residents lives every day. Successful candidates must have a PCV license with Cat D1, attend Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) training, and comply with safety procedures. They must be calm in emergencies, considerate, and align with Avery's values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability.
About us Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, with a strong focus on supporting both residents and staff. The organisation prides itself on creating enriching experiences for its residents, ensuring the later years of life are as fulfilling as possible. With a commitment to providing exceptional care, Avery operates a growing network of over 100 homes and fosters a supportive, inspiring environment for its employees. The company values its staff and is committed to their professional development, making Avery a preferred choice for employees seeking a rewarding and empowering work environment. At Avery, there's a shared vision of "creating meaningful lives together," and this reflects in both the facilities they provide and the culture they nurture. By joining the Avery team, employees become part of a highly respected organisation where they can make a significant impact and be celebrated for their contributions.
Job description Job responsibilities Package Description: Shift Details :Monday to SundayAt Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as an Activities Driver at Sonning Gardens Care Home in Berkshire. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLEYour focus as Activities Driver will be providing safe, timely and courteous transportation for residents to and from various activities while providing quality service.Other responsibilities will include: Providing transportation services for residents. Assisting residents with any special needs during transportation, such as carrying packages, opening doors, assisting residents onto and out of the vehicle, and assisting residents to the point of destination required. Always focusing on driving; directs tasks and passenger interactions to onboard support staff while the vehicle is in motion. Providing miscellaneous pickup and delivery services as needed.ABOUT YOUTo be successful in your application, you must live our values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability in everything you do.Our ideal candidate must: Have a PCV license with Cat D1 and an acceptable driving record. Attend periodic Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) training as required. Be knowledgeable of all safety precautions and comply with safety procedures. Be able to react calmly in emergencies and be considerate.ABOUT AVERYAt Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require:
A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline, depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
A PCV license with Cat D1, Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) training, and a good understanding of safety procedures.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address Avery Healthcare
Sonning
RG4 6TQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)