Evening Minibus Driver - Supportive Recovery Transport

The Nelson Trust; Stroud; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave (pro-rata)

Pension: 6% employer contribution

Training and career development

Wellbeing support

Death in service benefit (2x salary)

Refer a Friend scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Eye care scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

The Nelson Trust in Brimscombe, Stroud, is seeking an Evening Driver to provide safe, reliable transport for residents and to support their recovery journey. This part-time role (16 hours per week) requires a calm, compassionate approach, trustworthiness and the ability to manage transport logistics and routine vehicle checks.

You will work on-site within the Residential Services team, help clients access GP and hospital appointments, collect prescriptions, and contribute to a supportive

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with clients.
• Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety and professional boundaries.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport clients to and from appointments, including collecting prescriptions.
• Support clients to attend GP, hospital and other off-site appointments.
• Meet, greet and welcome new clients to the residential service.
• Build positive relationships with clients that encourage engagement and recovery.
• Carry out regular vehicle safety checks and maintain accurate mileage records.
• Provide practical support and crisis intervention where appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Positive relationships

Safeguarding

Job description

The Nelson Trust in Brimscombe, Stroud, is seeking an Evening Driver to provide safe, reliable transport for residents and to support their recovery journey. This part-time role (16 hours per week) requires a calm, compassionate approach, trustworthiness and the ability to manage transport logistics and routine vehicle checks.

You will work on-site within the Residential Services team, help clients access GP and hospital appointments, collect prescriptions, and contribute to a supportive