ChS Passenger Assistant NBG086

Worcestershire County Council; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brilliant Pension Scheme

Professional Learning & Development

Equality & Diversity

Job summary

Worcestershire County Council in Worcestershire is seeking approachable, flexible bus/driver assistants to transport children and adults to our schools and day centres. You will work as part of a team with the Driver, assist passengers, and ensure their comfort and safety.

The role requires physical activity and the ability to work split shifts; a DBS check will be required. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for development and progression within the council.

Qualifications

• Requires approachable, friendly and calm under pressure with good communication and people skills.
• Ability to undertake moderate physical activity and assist passengers on/off vehicle as needed.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers to schools and day centres as part of a team.
• Assist passengers with getting on and off the vehicle using steps or vehicle lift as required.
• Ensure passenger comfort and safety during journeys; operate split shift routes.

Job description

Approachable, friendly, and always there with a smile? Can you see yourself transporting children and adults to our schools and day centres? We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and flexible individuals who are calm under pressure with good communication and people skills concerning our passengers. You will work as part of a team with the Driver and assist with moving passengers. You will need to be a team player working closely with our passengers, some of whom have an enhanced care requirement, ensuring their comfort and safety. A key task in these roles is to physically assist passengers as necessary to and from the vehicle and help them on and off the vehicle by means of step or the vehicle lift according to their level of need. Candidates require the ability to undertake moderate physical activity, sometimes in a confined space. The role involves traveling on a vehicle on a split shift to safely transport passengers to their destination which may include in the morning and the afternoon. Due to the nature of the work a criminal record check via the DBS disclosure service will also be required, While you are working hard, doing your best for the people of Worcestershire, we will do our best to provide an environment that supports and inspires you.

Here are some of the top reasons why you should work here.

The work we do at Worcestershire County Council matters! We are there for the most vulnerable people in society who need us the most, we are helping to build a successful and growing local economy, we protect our environment, we improve outcomes for our children, young people and families, and we help ensure our residents are healthier, live longer and have a better quality of life. In short, what we do makes a difference to people's lives! With so many ways to contribute, the chances are we have a job opportunity that's the career for you.

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage Why work for us? | Worcestershire County Council, so do take a look! Some of these offers include:

• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• 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.