Driver
| Posting date: | 14 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 December 2025 |
| Location: | GL53 9HD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Leonard Cheshire |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 137 |
Summary
£12.21 per hour | Full-time | 30 hours per week | Gloucestershire House – Cheltenham
“It’s like watching mini miracles happen here every day.”
That’s how one of our team describes the difference they make. If you’re kind, reliable, and ready to help others live life their way, we’d love to hear from you.
A home, not just a service
Our Gloucestershire House service is home to adults with physical and learning disabilities. It’s a warm, welcoming environment where everyone works together to make daily life easier and more enjoyable. As a Driver, you’ll play a key role in helping people stay connected to their community — from attending appointments to enjoying social outings and everyday activities.
Your working hours
This is a full-time position for 30 hours per week.
You’ll need to be flexible to work across weekdays and weekends as part of a rota.
Why you’ll love working here
As well as supporting your wellbeing and career development, we offer a fantastic benefits package, including:
• Enhanced pay: £1.50 extra per hour (8pm–7am) and £2.00 extra (weekend days)
• 28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 day every year up to 33 days)
• Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card: Enjoy exclusive discounts and perks
• Contributory Pension Scheme with competitive life cover
• Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare when you need it
• Career development: Apprenticeships and recognised qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support
We’re currently reviewing our pay enhancements. From 1 December 2025, new rates may apply. See job post for details.
What you’ll do
• Provide safe, reliable transport for residents, staff, and visitors
• Support individuals to access appointments, activities, and community events
• Carry out daily vehicle checks, ensuring safety and cleanliness
• Maintain accurate records and logs for journeys and maintenance
• Offer a friendly, supportive presence to everyone you transport
What helps you shine here
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Friendly, professional, and patient approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine desire to help others and make a difference
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge (helpful, but not essential)
Whether you’re experienced or new to care, our comprehensive induction and training will help you thrive.
About Leonard Cheshire
We’re one of the UK’s highest-rated providers of care and supported living services – with 87% of our services rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by regulators.
For over 75 years, we’ve supported disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible. From residential care to supported living and respite, we create spaces that feel like home — giving people real choice and control over their lives.
Ready to apply?
If you’re ready to start a role where your work truly matters, click Apply Now.
Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with disabilities and will support your requirements for reasonable adjustments wherever possible.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post, and references will be obtained for all roles.
“It’s like watching mini miracles happen here every day.”
That’s how one of our team describes the difference they make. If you’re kind, reliable, and ready to help others live life their way, we’d love to hear from you.
A home, not just a service
Our Gloucestershire House service is home to adults with physical and learning disabilities. It’s a warm, welcoming environment where everyone works together to make daily life easier and more enjoyable. As a Driver, you’ll play a key role in helping people stay connected to their community — from attending appointments to enjoying social outings and everyday activities.
Your working hours
This is a full-time position for 30 hours per week.
You’ll need to be flexible to work across weekdays and weekends as part of a rota.
Why you’ll love working here
As well as supporting your wellbeing and career development, we offer a fantastic benefits package, including:
• Enhanced pay: £1.50 extra per hour (8pm–7am) and £2.00 extra (weekend days)
• 28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 day every year up to 33 days)
• Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card: Enjoy exclusive discounts and perks
• Contributory Pension Scheme with competitive life cover
• Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare when you need it
• Career development: Apprenticeships and recognised qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support
We’re currently reviewing our pay enhancements. From 1 December 2025, new rates may apply. See job post for details.
What you’ll do
• Provide safe, reliable transport for residents, staff, and visitors
• Support individuals to access appointments, activities, and community events
• Carry out daily vehicle checks, ensuring safety and cleanliness
• Maintain accurate records and logs for journeys and maintenance
• Offer a friendly, supportive presence to everyone you transport
What helps you shine here
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Friendly, professional, and patient approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine desire to help others and make a difference
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge (helpful, but not essential)
Whether you’re experienced or new to care, our comprehensive induction and training will help you thrive.
About Leonard Cheshire
We’re one of the UK’s highest-rated providers of care and supported living services – with 87% of our services rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by regulators.
For over 75 years, we’ve supported disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible. From residential care to supported living and respite, we create spaces that feel like home — giving people real choice and control over their lives.
Ready to apply?
If you’re ready to start a role where your work truly matters, click Apply Now.
Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with disabilities and will support your requirements for reasonable adjustments wherever possible.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post, and references will be obtained for all roles.
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Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.