Driver with caring duties

This rewarding role combines professional driving responsibilities with providing practical support and care to patients and service users. The successful candidate will safely transport clients to a range of Health & Social Care facilities and community services while ensuring their comfort, dignity, and wellbeing throughout their journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transporting patients and service users to hospitals, day centres, educational activities, and community appointments.
• Assisting passengers, including elderly and vulnerable individuals, when boarding and exiting vehicles.
• Safely securing wheelchair users using approved restraint systems.
• Operating vehicle tail lifts following appropriate training.
• Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks and routine maintenance, including checking fluid levels, tyre pressures, and vehicle cleanliness.
• Completing vehicle log sheets and maintaining accurate mileage and usage records.
• Supporting portering duties, including the collection and delivery of equipment, furniture, supplies, meals, pharmacy items, and laundry.
• Providing practical assistance to patients where required, including supporting mobility and assisting during outings.
• Providing immediate basic assistance to passengers in emergency situations and supporting evacuation procedures when required.
• Delivering a professional, caring, and customer-focused service at all times.

Essential Criteria

• A valid Category D Driving Licence with no restrictions.
• A Driver CPC Card valid for at least two years.
• Enhanced Access NI clearance prior to appointment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient-focused approach with the ability to support vulnerable adults.
• The ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism.

To Apply

Please submit your CV to Julie at Apple Recruitment Services.