Activities Driver

Main duties of the job

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 us

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.

Details

Date posted

14 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.75 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

1563659094

Job locations

Avery Healthcare

Winchester

SO22 5JH

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

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 responsibilities

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 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 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.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Winchester

SO22 5JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Winchester

SO22 5JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

Essential

• 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.