Care Assistant

Job Overview

Apply for the Care Assistant role at Routes Healthcare. Female Care Assistant – Driver with Own Vehicle.

Locations: Barnsley, Hoyland, Wombwell, Dodworth, Cudworth, Royston.

Pay Rate: £13.69 per hour (including holiday pay) + 30 pence per mile for travel between clients.

IMPORTANT: Routes are unable to offer a job to anyone who does not have the right to work in the UK or needs employer support.

Female Requirement: 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.

About Us

Routes Healthcare is a leading homecare provider – we are a care company, not an agency. We support people in their own homes (not in care homes) and out in the community, listening to our clients and ensuring their needs are met with care and consideration.

About The Role

This is a homecare position. You\’ll be travelling to clients\’ homes throughout the day to provide 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 2‑person team depending on client needs.
• Support clients with a variety of different 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 need to complete the full shift reliably.

What We Offer

Career Development:

• Routes Academy programme helping you achieve your goals.
• Ongoing training and progression opportunities.

Support:

• Dedicated on‑call team available 24/7.
• Wellbeing and mental health support.
• No agency staff – you will work alongside employed Routes care workers only.

Rewards:

• £13.69 per hour (includes holiday pay).
• 30 pence per mile for travel between clients.
• Staff referral scheme with generous incentives (up to £250 per referral).

Requirements

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 3 months paid care experience in the UK (if you don\’t have paid experience, speak to the recruiters about becoming one of our care cadets).

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you\’re passionate about supporting people in their own homes and want flexibility to build a schedule that works for you, 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.