Door-to-Door Accessible Minibus Driver for Elderly/Disabled

Hertfordshire County Council; England; On-site; GBP 17,991 - 18,266; Full time

Job summary

Hertfordshire County Council is seeking a Driver for Passenger Transport to provide a friendly, reliable door-to-door service for elderly and disabled residents across various locations in Hertfordshire. The role involves ensuring passenger safety and comfort during transport, conducting vehicle safety checks, and following scheduled routes professionally.

The ideal candidate will hold a full D1 driving license and possess strong communication skills. Experience working with vulnerable adults is essential. This permanent position offers a starting salary of £13.06 per hour.

Qualifications

• Full, unrestricted D1 driving licence and experience driving both manual and automatic vehicles.
• Experience or strong ability to work with vulnerable adults and people with disabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect passengers safely from their homes and transport them to day centres or community locations.
• Monitor passenger wellbeing and communicate concerns.
• Complete essential vehicle safety checks.

Skills

Driving experience with D1 license

Communication skills

Reliability and punctuality

Basic cash-handling skills

Ability to assist passengers

Job description

Hertfordshire County Council is seeking a Driver for Passenger Transport to provide a friendly, reliable door-to-door service for elderly and disabled residents across various locations in Hertfordshire. The role involves ensuring passenger safety and comfort during transport, conducting vehicle safety checks, and following scheduled routes professionally.

The ideal candidate will hold a full D1 driving license and possess strong communication skills. Experience working with vulnerable adults is essential. This permanent position offers a starting salary of £13.06 per hour.