Driver

Hampshire County Council; Alton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Driver to ensure the safe transportation of vulnerable adults in Alton. The role involves working two shifts per day, assisting clients to attend activities with empathy and respect. Candidates must hold a D1 category on their Driving Licence. This temporary position offers a salary range of £24,796 to £25,128 pro-rata, with training provided.

Benefits

Flexible workplace

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Interest-free travel loans

Discounts

Qualifications

• D1 category on your Driving Licence.
• Able to operate a minibus and equipment on board.
• Empathy with transported clients.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe transport of vulnerable adults.
• Support individuals to attend various activities.
• Operate minibus during designated shifts.

Skills

Understanding of client needs

Patience

Empathy

Team player

Strong collaborative skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

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Driver

Job Reference: HCC621347
Salary Range: £24,796 - £25,128 pro-rata, per annum (Actual Salary £13,402 - £13,581 per annum)
Work Location: Park View (Alton Day Service), Alton
Hours per week: 20
Contract Type: Temporary until 31 March 2026
Closing Date: 31 October 2025
Please note we may interview on receipt of application and the role may close before the closing date.

Ensure the safe transportation of vulnerable adults in our community

The Role:

Joining our countywide team, you will ensure the safe transfer of our vulnerable clients (adult's) between pick up and drop off locations to enable them to attend various activities.

You will have D1 category on your Driving Licence and be able to operate a minibus and all equipment on board. You will have empathy with our transported clients.

The position will consist of two shifts per day, operating approximately between 08.00am - 10.00am and 3.00pm - 5.00pm, from Monday to Friday.

MIDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme) training and other relevant training will be provided as required.

What you'll do:

You will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and respectful transportation of vulnerable adults between designated pick-up and drop-off points. Using a person-centred approach, you will support individuals to attend various activities, focusing on their strengths and encouraging independence.

What we're looking for:

• An understanding of the needs of the client group
• Demonstrates core values of patience, empathy, and compassion
• A team player with strong collaborative skills
• Excellent communication skills for building positive relationships with a diverse range of people, including clients, their families, carers, professionals and colleagues

Ourbenefits package includes details of the holiday entitlement, pension scheme, flexi-time scheme, family friendly policies and interest free travel loans and discounts.

We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of, where you are empowered to be your best and a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles.

If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.