Job Description

The role of Activities Driver at Avery Healthcare involves providing safe, timely, and courteous transportation for residents to and from various activities, ensuring they receive quality service. The candidate must have a PCV license with Cat D1 and an acceptable driving record, attend periodic CPC training, and demonstrate knowledge of safety precautions and the ability to react calmly in emergencies.
Main duties of the job
As an Activities Driver, your primary responsibility will be to provide transportation services for residents, assisting them with any special needs during the journey, such as carrying packages, opening doors, and helping them onto and out of the vehicle. You will also be required to focus on driving and direct tasks and passenger interactions to onboard support staff while the vehicle is in motion. Additionally, you may be asked to provide miscellaneous pickup and delivery services as needed.
About us
Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, with a vision of "creating meaningful lives together." The organization is committed to supporting its teams and creating a caring, supportive environment where employees feel valued and empowered. Avery Healthcare prides itself on its exceptional care and meaningful experiences for both residents and team members.
Details
Date posted
04 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
12.25 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
1315131922
Job locations
Avery Healthcare
Portsmouth Road
GU26 6TJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description: 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 anActivities Driver. 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. 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description: 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 anActivities Driver. 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. 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

• To be successful in this role, you must have a PCV license with Cat D1 and an acceptable driving record. You will also be required to attend periodic Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) training as needed. Additionally, you must be knowledgeable of all safety precautions and comply with safety procedures, as well as be able to react calmly in emergencies and be considerate.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• To be successful in this role, you must have a PCV license with Cat D1 and an acceptable driving record. You will also be required to attend periodic Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) training as needed. Additionally, you must be knowledgeable of all safety precautions and comply with safety procedures, as well as be able to react calmly in emergencies and be considerate.