ChS Driver NBG086

Worcestershire County Council; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Worcestershire County Council is seeking a ChS Driver NBG086 to join the TSU Operations team in Kidderminster, with base at Baxter College and rotations to Rigby Hall School. The role is 25 hours per week during term time, with split shifts to transport learners safely.

You will provide passenger assistance, operate a tail lift, secure wheelchairs, carry out safety vehicle checks, and keep the vehicle clean and fueled.

Qualifications

• Communicate effectively with the Passenger Assistant, passengers and the public.
• Be part of a team supporting individuals with their travel needs.
• Be able to operate a tail lift and secure wheelchairs when required.
• Keep the vehicle in good order and clean; top up fuel as needed.
• Perform safety checks on the vehicle before collection and drive safely.
• Meet licence requirements (D1) and discuss PSV if needed; up to 6 penalty points.
• Be fit to drive and pass a medical checklist before a driving assessment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain good communication with the Passenger Assistant, passengers and the public.
• Work as part of a team with the Passenger Assistant to support individuals during travel.
• Assist with moving passengers, including tail lift use and wheelchair securing.
• Maintain the vehicle with basic administration, cleaning and fueling.
• Carry out safety checks on the vehicle before collection and drive safely.
• Drive on a split shift to transport individuals to their destinations (morning and afternoon).
• Ensure correct licensing, DBS check, and pass county driving assessment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Driving experience

Tail lift operation

Wheelchair securing

Tools

Tail lift operation

Job description

Job Title: ChS Driver NBG086 Salary: £14,713 per annum 25 Hours per Week (Split Shift, Term Time) Workbase Location: Baxter College, Kidderminster (going to Rigby Hall School) Team: TSU Operations Permanent

The Role:

• You are required to develop and maintain good communication with the Passenger Assistant, passengers, and all members of the public.
• You will work as part of a team with the Passenger Assistant, who attends to individual’s needs whilst traveling.
• You’ll assist with moving passengers, including using a tail lift, and wheelchair securing as required.
• You’ll keep the vehicle in good working order by carrying out basic administration, keeping the vehicle clean, and of course topping it up with fuel.
• You will always carry out Safety checks on the vehicle before collection and drive safely.
• The role involves driving a vehicle on a split shift to safely transport individuals to their destination which may include in the morning and the afternoon.
• *All drivers will require a category D1 license (101) (generally if you passed your driving test before 1997, you will be able to drive for us), but on occasion may need a PSV license (not mandatory), and no more than 6 penalty points, this will be discussed with the recruitment manager.
• ** You must be fit to drive. You will need to succesfully answer our medical checklist before attempting a driving assessment with you.

As a driver, you will be required to have:

• Training as provided.
• Be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Demonstrated evidence of experience driving appropriate vehicles.
• Due to the nature of the work a criminal record check via the DBS disclosure service will also be required.
• Candidates are required to successfully complete a County Council driving assessment before an interview.

Equality & Diversity:

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)

This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Application Closing Date: Friday 6th November 2026

Anticipated Interview Date: W/C 9th November 2026