D1 Minibus Driver – Community Transport Hero

North Yorkshire Council; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Salary sacrifice

Employee discounts

Health support (Health Assured)

Career development

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a caring minibus driver to support transport for education, employment and social centres across the county. You will help passengers travel safely, assist with boarding/alighting and work within a supportive Integrated Passenger Transport team.

No mandatory minibus experience is required; D1 entitlement is essential. Comprehensive training including MIDAS and First Aid is provided, with a local government pension and other employee benefits.

Qualifications

• D1 entitlement (101) on driving licence is essential.
• Minibus driving experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Full equipment training provided.
• Excellent communication with staff, parents and carers.

Responsibilities

• Drive accessible and non-accessible minibuses and other vehicles with minor repairs as needed.
• Ensure passengers board, travel, and alight safely, using safety equipment correctly.
• Use communication skills to connect with school staff, parents, carers and colleagues.

Skills

D1 entitlement

Minibus driving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

MIDAS training

First Aid training

Job description

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a caring minibus driver to support transport for education, employment and social centres across the county. You will help passengers travel safely, assist with boarding/alighting and work within a supportive Integrated Passenger Transport team.

No mandatory minibus experience is required; D1 entitlement is essential. Comprehensive training including MIDAS and First Aid is provided, with a local government pension and other employee benefits.