Compassionate Community Transport Passenger Assistant (PT)

Elmbridge Borough Council; Esher; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Job summary

Elmbridge Borough Council's Community Transport team is seeking a caring Passenger Assistant to support children, young people and adults with additional needs to travel safely to education settings and community activities.

The role involves helping passengers board and alight, ensuring equipment and seatbelts are secured, and providing reassurance during journeys. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Support passengers with additional needs and disabilities to travel safely.
• Help passengers board and alight, secure belts and equipment.
• Be prepared to undertake Passenger Assistant and First Aid training.
• Based at River Mole Business Park, Esher, with shifts 7.00am–6.00pm, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mobility needs, including wheelchairs and specialist equipment.
• Work alongside Community Transport Drivers to support journeys.
• Provide reassurance and support throughout each journey.

Job description

Elmbridge Borough Council's Community Transport team is seeking a caring Passenger Assistant to support children, young people and adults with additional needs to travel safely to education settings and community activities.

The role involves helping passengers board and alight, ensuring equipment and seatbelts are secured, and providing reassurance during journeys. Training will be provided.