Driver

Hampshire County Council; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Hampshire County Council as a Driver at the Hexagon Centre, where you'll play a vital role in helping passengers access activities. This position involves safely transporting individuals using a minibus with a focus on compassion and support. Receive comprehensive training and a benefits package that promotes your well-being and development.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Personal development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Occupational sick pay

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Current full driver’s licence with Category D1 code.
• Reliability and professionalism.
• Ability to assist passengers with mobility issues.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport passengers using a minibus.
• Provide a warm welcome and ensure a comfortable journey.
• Enable access to meaningful activities.

Skills

Reliability

Compassion

Patience

Empathy

Education

Full driver's licence with Category D1 code

Job description

Joining our team at the Hexagon Centre as a Driver, you’ll work a split shift from 7.30am - 10.00 am and 3.00pm - 5.30pm Monday - Friday, safely transporting passengers between different locations, using our minibus.

What you’ll do:

• Play a key role in enabling the people who use our services, to access a variety of personalised and meaningful activities.
• Provide a warm welcome and friendly face to passengers.
• Ensure passengers have a comfortable and safe journey at all times.
• Treat all individuals with dignity and respect.
• Demonstrate core values of patience, compassion and empathy, even in challenging situations.

What we’re looking for:

• A current full driver’s licence with a Category D1 code (or equivalent). You’ll undertake MIDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme) training once in the role, if you haven’t already completed this.
• Reliability and commitment to provide a professional and punctual service.
• Physically able to assist passengers with mobility issues, including those using wheelchairs.
• Understanding and sensitive to individual needs and able to adapt communication style as needed.

Why join us:

• Receive comprehensive training, including on-the-job training on routes and responsibilities.
• Gain satisfaction from building relationships with passengers and enabling them to engage in meaningful activities.
• Commitment to your continued personal development.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

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