Driver (Adults)

Hampshire County Council; New Milton; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Driver to join their team at New Forest Community Link. In this rewarding role, you will be responsible for safely transporting passengers, ensuring their comfort and dignity throughout their journey. This position offers a unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with individuals and contribute positively to their daily activities. With comprehensive training and a commitment to personal development, this role is perfect for those who value compassion and service excellence. Join a supportive environment that prioritizes employee wellbeing and continuous growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave

Occupational sick pay

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold a current full driver's license with Category D1 code.
• Must be physically able to assist passengers with mobility issues.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport passengers between locations using a minibus.
• Provide a warm welcome and ensure a comfortable journey.

Skills

Full driver's license (Category D1)

Reliability

Commitment to service

Ability to assist passengers with mobility issues

Communication skills

Job description

Driver (Adults)

Job Reference: HCC620597

Salary Range: £24,027 - £24,348 pro-rata, per annum (actual salary £11,364 - £11,516 per annum)

Work Location: New Forest Community Link, New Milton

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 23 April 2025

The Role:

Joining our team at New Forest Community Link as a Driver, you’ll work a split shift from 8:15am – 10:00 am and 3:00pm to 4:45pm, 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.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Travel Requirements:

You will be required to drive a Council vehicle and must hold a current full drivers’ licence.

Values Based Recruitment:

We recruit for attitudes and values in Adults’ Health and Care. We invite you to evidence how you demonstrate our 5 core values in your application. For more information on our values, please refer to the candidate pack.

Vetting Requirements:

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.

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