Community Bus Driver

St Elizabeth's College; Much Hadham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking and DBS

Blue Light Card discounts and gym

Employee Assistance Programme and well

Opportunities to develop into senior R

Recommend a friend payment

Job summary

St Elizabeth's Centre in Hertfordshire is seeking a Community Bus Driver to provide safe, reliable transport for adults with complex needs to our Community Hub and activities.

You will bring substantial driving experience with larger vehicles, hold a valid UK driving licence (B, BE and D1) and a MiDAS certificate (or be willing to train). You will ensure safety, dignity and person-centered service on every journey.

Qualifications

• Substantial driving experience with larger vehicles.
• Hold a valid UK driving licence (B, BE and D1).
• MiDAS certificate (or willingness to undertake training).
• For insurance purposes, the post holder should be over 25.
• Experience in a care or education environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport clients and their support staff to and from community activities and leisure trips.
• Provide a friendly, professional and respectful service that puts passenger wellbeing first.
• Secure wheelchairs and specialist equipment safely before travel.
• Plan journeys effectively, taking account of timings, traffic conditions and individual passenger needs.
• Assist passengers safely when boarding and exiting vehicles where required.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and report any concerns promptly.
• Maintain vehicles in a clean, safe and presentable condition.

Skills

Substantial driving experience

MiDAS certificate

Over 25 for insurance

Passenger safety knowledge

Care/education environment experience

Job description

Community Bus Driver

Location: Much Hadham, Hertfordshire

Salary: £12.71 per hour

Hours: Monday - 8:30am - 4:30pm | Thursday - 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Following continued growth and internal development across St Elizabeth's, we are expanding our teams and welcoming new colleagues to support our vibrant and diverse community.

More than just a driving job

Do you enjoy driving and take pride in helping others?

As a Community Bus Driver at St Elizabeth's, you'll do much more than transport people from A to B. You'll help adults with learning disabilities and complex needs access activities, experiences and opportunities within their local community, supporting independence, inclusion and enjoyment every step of the way.

Whether it's a trip to a leisure activity, a community event or a day out with friends, you'll play a key role in ensuring every journey is safe, comfortable and enjoyable.

If you're reliable, caring and patient driver who enjoys meeting people and making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

About St Elizabeth's Centre

Nestled within 60 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, St Elizabeth's is a national charity that has supported children, young people and adults with complex learning disabilities, epilepsy and physical disabilities for over 120 years.

• Community Hub
• Specialist School and College
• Children's Homes
• Supported Living Services
• On-site Therapy and Nursing Teams

Our mission is to help every person we support Live Life to the Full, and our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Aspiration and Joy are at the heart of everything we do.

About the role

As a Community Bus Driver, you will be responsible for providing safe, reliable and person-centred transport for adults attending our Community Hub.

No two days are quite the same. One day you may be supporting a group attending a local leisure activity; another, helping individuals access community facilities and events. Whatever the destination, you'll ensure passengers arrive safely, comfortably and with dignity.

This role would suit someone who is confident driving larger vehicles, enjoys interacting with people and understands the importance of excellent customer service and passenger safety.

What You'll do

• Safely transport clients and their support staff to and from community activities and leisure trips.
• Provide a friendly, professional and respectful service that puts passenger wellbeing first.
• Secure wheelchairs and specialist equipment safely before travel
• Plan journeys effectively, taking account of timings, traffic conditions and individual passenger needs
• Assist passengers safely when boarding and exiting wehicles where required
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and report any concerns promptly
• Maintain vehicles in a clean, safe and presentable condition

About You

• Substantial driving experience including larger vehicles, holding a valid UK driving licence Classes B, BE and D1
• Holds a valid MiDAS certificate (or willingness to undergo training)
• For insurance purposes, the post holder should be over the age of 25
• A courteous, patient and respectful approach to working with vulnerable individuals
• Good understanding of people with complex needs and passenger safety requirements
• Ability to remain calm and professional in all situations
• Experience of working within a care or education environment is desirable although not essential

What we offer

• Free on-site parking and DBS
• Blue Light Card discounts and discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing platform
• Opportunities to develop and grow into more senior roles
• Recommend a friend payment

Important Information

To be considered for the role, you must hold a full valid UK drivers licence.

Please note that our location is not on a public transport route, so access to your own vehicle or reliable transport is essential.

Inclusion & Safeguarding

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and Investor in People. St Elizabeth's is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming and safe environment for all.

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This role involves regulated activity; applying if barred from such activity is a criminal offence.