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Job summary Package Description: Shift Details : 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 Frognal House Care Home in Kent. 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
Main duties of the job The role of Activities Driver at Avery Healthcare involves providing safe, timely, and courteous transportation for residents to and from various activities. As an Activities Driver, the primary responsibility is to deliver quality service while transporting residents. Key tasks include providing transportation services for residents, assisting them with any special needs during transportation, such as carrying packages, opening doors, and assisting residents onto and out of the vehicle. Additionally, drivers must direct tasks and passenger interactions to onboard support staff while the vehicle is in motion and provide miscellaneous pickup and delivery services as needed. Candidates need to embody Avery Healthcare's values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability. A PCV license with Cat D1 and an acceptable driving record is essential for this role. Also, periodic Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) training attendance is required, along with knowledge of safety precautions and compliance with safety procedures.
About us Avery Healthcare is a leading UK provider of luxury elderly care homes and focuses on creating meaningful experiences for both residents and employees. With a vision of "creating meaningful lives together," they offer high-quality care across a growing network of over 100 homes. At Avery, the later years of life are considered to be as enriching as any other, and they strive to build an inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. The company is passionate about supporting its teams, providing opportunities for learning, development, and career growth in a caring and supportive environment. Avery Healthcare fosters a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care, making it a preferred choice for residents and team members alike. They also conduct DBS Disclosure checks and require proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Job description Job responsibilities Package Description: Shift Details :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 Frognal House Care Home in Kent. 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
Candidates must have a PCV license with Cat D1 and an acceptable driving record. Periodic Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) training is also required. Candidates should be knowledgeable of all safety precautions and be able to react calmly in emergencies and be considerate. The ability to live Avery's values of caring, support, honesty, respect, and accountability is essential.
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
Sidcup
DA14 6LF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)