Bank Driver

NHS; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care service provider is seeking a Bank Driver to operate a 7-seater mini bus on a casual basis in Long Eaton. Candidates must have a valid UK driving license, good knowledge of the local area, and excellent communication skills. This flexible role involves driving and maintaining the vehicle while supporting individuals with disabilities. Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Must be over 21 years of age.
• Held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years.
• No more than 3 points on the driving license.

Responsibilities

• Drive a 7-seater mini bus on a flexible basis.
• Ensure the vehicle is refueled and maintained.
• Navigate to destinations using Sat Nav or maps.

Skills

Valid UK driving license

Knowledge of the local area

Ability to navigate using Sat Nav

Planning and scheduling skills

Ability to work unsupervised

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

Cygnet Long Eaton Day Services specialises in supporting individuals with a primary diagnosis of a learning disability, in addition to those with complex health needs, physical disabilities and those with autism. We have a long history of enhancing the quality of life of the individuals who attend the service.

We are looking for a Bank Driver who is able to drive our 7 seater mini bus working on a casual/ flexible basis.

You will be offered shifts on an ad-hoc basis as and when required to cover 3 hours in the morning and/or 3 hours in the evening across a 7 day rota.

Please note: For Insurance purposes, applicants must be 21 years of age or over and have held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years.

You will also be responsible for ensuring the company vehicle used is refuelled and to check the vehicle before going out and after return, keeping it clean inside and out and reporting any faults/damage.

Responsibilities

• Hold a valid full UK driving license with no more than 3 points
• Knowledge of the local area
• Able to navigate around an area using Sat Nav or maps
• Able to plan and keep to a schedule
• Willing to work unsupervised
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Each casual / bank shift constitutes a separate engagement and shall be deemed to be unconnected. Between periods of work there are no subsisting obligations on either party.

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care.

Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job responsibilities

Cygnet Long Eaton Day Services specializes in supporting individuals with a primary diagnosis of a learning disability, in addition to those with complex health needs, physical disabilities and those with autism. We have a long history of enhancing the quality of life of the individuals who attend the service.

We are looking for aBank Driver who is able to drive our 7 seater mini bus working on a casual/ flexible basis.

You will be offered shifts on an ad-hoc basis as and when required to cover 3 hours in the morning and/or 3 hours in the evening across a 7 day rota.

Please note: For Insurance purposes, applicants must be 21 years of age or over and have held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years.

You will also be responsible for ensuring the company vehicle used is refuelled and to check the vehicle before going out and after return, keeping it clean inside and out and reporting any faults/damage.

The post holder will need to demonstrate each of the following:

• Hold a valid full UK driving license with no more than 3 points
• Knowledge of the local area
• Able to navigate around an area using Sat Nav or maps
• Able to plan and keep to a schedule
• Willing to work unsupervised
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Each casual / bank shift constitutes a separate engagement and shall be deemed to be unconnected. Between periods of work there are no subsisting obligations on either party.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet have been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

Disclosure

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.