Driver Companion (Self Employed Driver)

Job Description

Support vulnerable patients and earn as a self-employed Driver Companion with OnCue Transport in London. You’ll provide safe, caring non-emergency transport to and from medical appointments, offering reassurance, assistance with mobility and a consistently dignified experience throughout every journey.

Role Overview

As a Driver Companion, you’ll work mainly day shifts Monday to Friday, with some weekend availability, transporting patients to NHS and private hospitals and clinics across London and beyond. You’ll manage pick-ups and drop-offs, escort patients to the correct ward or back home, and ensure they are settled safely.

You’ll use app-based systems to receive bookings, complete vehicle and equipment checks, follow infection control procedures and report any safeguarding concerns. This self-employed role offers strong earning potential (from £450 per week), flexibility and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from non-emergency medical appointments across London and the wider UK
• Work as a single or double crew to assist patients with varying mobility needs, including wheelchair use
• Ensure patients are collected on time and safely delivered to the correct ward, clinic or home address
• Provide a calm, friendly and reassuring presence, especially for anxious or socially isolated patients
• Follow all COVID and PPE protocols, infection control processes and vehicle hygiene standards
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and equipment checks; complete a wipe-down after every patient
• Drive safely and legally at all times, in full accordance with the Highway Code
• Take responsibility for patient wellbeing from receipt of booking to safe handover at destination
• Assist with safe movement and seating of patients, respecting dignity and independence
• Report safeguarding issues, incidents or concerns promptly to the appropriate team
• Adhere to all health and safety, data protection and company procedures
• Use OnCue’s app-based systems to manage journeys, record activity and communicate with operations

Skills and Experience

• Clean, full UK driving licence
• Professional driving experience and/or strong confidence driving in London and surrounding areas
• Good communication skills, with the ability to engage sensitively with patients and healthcare staff
• Comfortable using smartphone or tablet-based apps for job allocation and reporting
• Reliable team player with a flexible approach to hours, including some weekends
• Able to work independently, make sound judgments and stay calm under pressure
• Reasonable physical fitness to assist patients with limited mobility and handle equipment
• Good command of spoken and written English; additional languages are an advantage
• Willing to undergo and pass an enhanced DBS check (safeguarding role)
• Positive, caring attitude and a genuine desire to help others while earning

About OnCue Transport

OnCue Transport provides care-led, compliant and scalable non-emergency patient transport services for NHS trusts, ICBs and ambulance providers across the UK. Combining technology, rigorous training and a strong culture of care, OnCue focuses on safe, dignified journeys that support patients’ health and independence.

Job Data

Company name: OnCue Transport
Position: Driver Companion (Self Employed Driver)
Location: London, United Kingdom
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Region: Greater London
Average salary: From approx. £23,400 per year (based on £450+ per week, earnings can be higher)
Salary type: week
Job type: Full-time, self-employed, day shifts with weekend availability