Driver

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; Patrick Brompton; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

East Riding of Yorkshire Council's Passenger Services Unit is seeking a caring Driver to transport passengers to and from educational establishments across the East Riding and Humber Region.

You will work to a split schedule with morning and afternoon blocks, participate in a driving assessment at interview, and undergo an enhanced DBS clearance. Training is provided to support your role and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in passenger transport or care is preferable.
• Understanding the importance of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
• Able to work as part of a friendly, respectful team.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers to and from educational establishments across the region.
• Provide safe and supportive assistance to passengers as required.
• Follow schedules and maintain professional conduct at all times.

Skills

Caring demeanor

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Job closes on 31 October

Interview date

Interviews are To be confirmed

Service area

Service area: Housing Transportation and Public Protection

Do You enjoy working with people ? Are you interested in working in a transport environment ?

The passenger Services Unit is seeking to recruit a Driver to transport passengers to and from various educational establishments across the East Riding of Yorkshire and Humber Region

Passenger Services provides Drivers and Passenger Assistants to transport various types of passengers ( children with challenging behaviour, vulnerable adults, children with additional needs, medical patients ) from home to schools, day centres and other destinations where required.

Hours of work can vary depending on the needs of the service but are generally between 06:00am and 10:30am and 14:00pm and 18:00pm Monday - Friday.

We are offering the opportunity to:

• Support the local community by delivering essential school transport.
• Receive a nationally accredited on-the-job training ( Midas )

We are looking for someone who :

• Is a caring and responsible team player who treats customers with respect at all times
• Understand the importance of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults

A Driving assessment will also be carried out at interview stage .

DBS/Medical check

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check.