Job Details:
Driver
Driver
Organisation: Age UK Manchester
Locations: Manchester
Salary: £23,010.50
Working Hours: Full-Time (35 hours per week, 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday (no weekends).)
Type: Permanent
Job Description
We are looking for a reliable, compassionate, and safety-conscious Driver to join our team. You will play a vital role in transporting our service users to and from the Centre, ensuring their journeys are comfortable, safe, and enjoyable.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely driving a company vehicle to collect and return service users to/from the Day Care Centre
- Assisting passengers in and out of the vehicle, ensuring their safety and dignity at all times
- Carrying out basic vehicle checks and reporting any maintenance needs
- Working closely with care staff to support service users’ individual needs (not care related) whilst they are at Day Care
- Acting as a friendly and reassuring presence for older people and their families
- Assist with daily Day Centre activities and lunch time tasks
About You
- Hold a full, clean UK driving licence (D1 entitlement essential)
- Previous experience of driving a minibus or transporting passengers is desirable
- Patient, caring, and respectful approach towards older people
- Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to providing a safe and professional service
What We Offer
- A rewarding role making a real difference in people’s lives
- Supportive and friendly team environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- 35 hours per week, 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday (no weekends)
- Salary £23,010.50 per annum
- 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays
- Immediate start
Hours Per Week: 35
Role Type/Cause: Operations, Social care/Development, Social Welfare
This position can not be job shared
This position is not suitable as a secondment opportunity
Contact Name: Regina Dixon
Contact Details: [email protected]
Application Instructions:
Simply click on the application link to download an application form. You should then email the completed form to us.
Posted on 20 August 2025
Closes on 1 October 2025