Driver
| Posting date: | 21 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,010.50 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 September 2025 |
| Location: | Manchester, Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Age Concern Manchester |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AUKDriver |
Summary
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 £23,010.50pa
• 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays
• Immediate start
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 £23,010.50pa
• 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays
• Immediate start