Digigo Driver -Halstead / Uttlesford Areas

Essex County Council; Braintree; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development opportunities

26 days annual leave + bank holidays +

Local Government Pension scheme

Discounts through Essex Rewards

Health and wellbeing support

Volunteering leave

Job summary

Essex County Council’s DigiGo Driver role in Halstead and Uttlesford offers part-time shifts on an expanding on-demand service. Drivers will operate minibuses, support passengers, and help deliver inclusive travel options.

The position includes a rolling rota, evenings/weekends, a 10% area allowance, enhanced DBS, MiDAS training, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Applicants need a valid driving licence with D1 entitlement and the right to work in the UK, with good customer

Qualifications

• Hold a valid driving licence with D1 entitlement.
• Experience with diverse customer backgrounds.
• Adaptable and flexible with a calm and professional approach.
• Proficient in using smartphones/tablets.
• Able to follow navigation and app instructions.

Responsibilities

• Fulfil a vital role in high-profile schemes, providing a personable, dependable, and friendly transport service.
• Drive our brand new minibuses, contributing to a sustainable future.
• Get to know your passengers—from students to commuters, older individuals, and those with disabilities.
• Navigate through diverse landscapes, from suburban areas to rural Essex countryside.

Skills

Driving license

Customer service

Smartphone use

Navigation app

Flexible attitude

Tools

TravelEssex app

Job description

DigiGo Driver -Halstead / Uttlesford areas

Permanent Part Time roles available

£25,959 per annum (full time equivalent)

Location:Halstead and Uttlesford area

Working Style:

Closing Date: NA-this is an ongoing campaign

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must have a current, unrestricted right to work in the UK

Join the Future of Transport with DigiGo!

Are you ready to embark on a journey into the future of public transport? DigiGo, Essex's premier, on-demand shared public transport service, is on the lookout for enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our team of DigiGo Drivers.

We are recruiting for part time driver roles, to enable a significant expansion in the DigiGo service happening in Summer 2026.

• Part-time (PM) - 19.6 hours over 3 days currently 14:40 until 22:10 (subject to change)
• Super part time - 15 hours over 3 evenings only 17:10 until 22:10 (subject to change)

All the above roles operate on a rolling rota, including a mixture of weekdays and weekends. The above roles will also receive a 10% flat rate allowance on top of your salary.

Successful applicants will be invited to attend an in-person interview at The Plaza, Great Notley. Specifics around the working patterns can be discussed further with the interview panel.

Why DigiGo?

• DigiGo offers a revolutionary on-demand and pre-bookable travel experience in Essex.
• No fixed route or timetable—putting passengers in control of their journey.
• Booked seamlessly through the TravelEssex app for convenience and ease.
• To find out more about what being a DigiGo Driver is like please visit:
• To find out more about the service, please visit:

What You'll Do

• Fulfil a vital role in high-profile schemes, providing a personable, dependable, and friendly transport service.
• Drive our brand new minibuses, contributing to a sustainable future.
• Get to know your passengers—from students to commuters, older individuals, and those with disabilities.
• Navigate through diverse landscapes, from suburban areas to scenic rural Essex countryside.

What We're Looking For

• Hold a valid driving license with a D1 entitlement—essential for the role.
• Experience working with diverse customer backgrounds and needs.
• Adaptable and flexible with a calm and professional approach.
• Ability to work in a timely manner.
• Proficient in using smartphones and/or tablets.
• Ability to follow navigation and other instructions from the digital app.
• Excellent communication and social skills in a customer-based setting.

If successful, you will require.

• An enhanced DBS checks.
• To undertake training in the use of a specific digital app that is integral to the service.
• To undertake mandatory training, including MiDAS.
• Undertake an Essex County Council Driver’s assessment.

What’s in it for you?

• Wide range of learning and development opportunities.
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + choice to buy extra.
• Generous Local Government Salary related pension scheme.
• Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through Essex Rewards.
• Access to our health and wellbeing support platform with Vita Health Group.
• Up to 4 days per annum volunteering leave.

Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

Why Essex?

As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we’re committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in . With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We’re committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

We’re also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

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