Driver

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Dartford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport service provider in Dartford is hiring a driver to transport vulnerable service users safely to and from the day centre. The ideal candidate must have a full UK driving licence and a friendly demeanor. Responsibilities include morning pick-ups and afternoon drop-offs while ensuring passenger comfort and safety. Experience with 7-seater vehicles or minibuses is preferable. Knowledge of the Dartford area is a plus. The position involves split shifts and adherence to road traffic laws.

Qualifications

• Full, current UK driving licence required.
• Must have a friendly and approachable manner.
• Experience driving 7-seater vehicles or minibuses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely collect service users from their homes.
• Return service users to their homes.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks.

Skills

Confident driving

Customer service

Time management

Vehicle checks

Job description

Job Purpose

To provide safe, reliable and friendly transport for vulnerable service users travelling to and from the day centre in the Dartford area. The role involves morning pick-ups and afternoon drop-offs, ensuring passengers are transported comfortably, safely and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely collect service users from their homes and transport them to the day centre in the morning.
• Safely return service users to their homes during afternoon routes.
• Provide a polite, patient and supportive service at all times.
• Assist passengers when entering and exiting the vehicle where required.
• Ensure the safety, comfort and wellbeing of all passengers during journeys.
• Carry out basic daily vehicle checks, including fuel levels, cleanliness and tyres.
• Report any vehicle defects, incidents or concerns promptly.
• Adhere to all road traffic laws and organisational transport policies.
• Maintain confidentiality and treat all service users with dignity and respect.

Requirements

• Full, current UK driving licence.
• Confident, safe and responsible driving ability.
• Friendly, approachable and patient manner.
• Reliable with good timekeeping.
• Ability to follow set routes or directions accurately.
• Willingness to work split shifts (morning and afternoon).
• Knowledge of the Dartford and surrounding South East London area.
• Experience driving 7-seater vehicles, minibuses or in a transport role.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one – can be arranged).