Minibus Driver

YMCA; Redhill; On-site; GBP 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare for permanent员工

Gym membership and leisure access

Cycle to Work Scheme

Annual leave entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

YMCA East Surrey is hiring a Minibus Driver to join the Children and Young People team. The role requires a D1 licence and experience driving a large vehicle, with a focus on the safety and welfare of children during journeys.

Working hours are 14:45–16:15, Monday to Friday during term time, with potential for additional holiday work. Benefits include a supportive, mission-driven environment with staff development and opportunities to contribute to community impact.

Qualifications

• Experience driving a large vehicle.
• Experience supporting children and young people.
• Commitment to safeguarding policies and training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, comfort and welfare of children and staff on the bus.
• Carry out daily/weekly vehicle checks and basic maintenance.
• Report vehicle defects and incidents promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and roadworthiness of the minibus before/after use.
• Refuel vehicles as required and maintain usage records.
• Promote a positive company image and adhere to health and safety guidelines.

Skills

D1 licence

Minibus driving

Child welfare awareness

Job description

Our mission is to provide opportunities for people to develop to their full potential, with a focus on children and young people and those who are vulnerable, have a disability or face disadvantage.

Are you a reliable and friendly driver looking for a rewarding sessional opportunity?

We are recruiting for a Minibus Driver to join our Children and Young People team.

As a Minibus Driver, your primary responsibility will be to operate the YMCA East Surrey minibus, ensuring a safe and enjoyable journey for the children and young people that we support.

This role requires someone with a category D1 licence that has experience of driving a large vehicle and prior experience of supporting children and young people.

Working Hours: 14:45 – 16:15 Monday to Friday (during term time), with potential for additional working holidays.

Key responsibilities:

• To be responsible for the safety, comfort and welfare of children and staff while on the bus
• To adhere to YMCA East Surrey’s Safeguarding policies and procedure and attend relevant safeguarding training.
• To carry out driver’s daily and weekly vehicle checks, and to carry out basic maintenance
• To report any vehicle defects, faults, incidents and accidents
• To be responsible for the cleanliness of vehicles, inside and out and ensuring the vehicle is in a clean and roadworthy condition before and after use
• To refuel vehicles as required
• To maintain accurate records of vehicle usage
• To maintain and help to promote a good company image, working attire should be worn at all times and kept in a clean and tidy condition.
• To work within health and safety guidelines and other guidelines that may be issued from time to time
• To undertake any other associated duties as required by the CYP Coordinators or Facilities Manager
• To assist in the promotion of the services, including leaflet distribution when required
• To support play/youth workers and volunteers with their roles

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about working for a charity and making a difference to the lives of the children and young people in our community.

PAY: £13.78 per hour

BENEFITS:

• Be part of a long-standing and well-respected charity
• Discounted childcare for permanent employees
• Gym membership and free access to all leisure facilities for permanent employees
• Eligibility for Blue Light Discount Retail Card
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 6.6 weeks annual leave which increases after 2 years continuous service, or 14.54% holiday pay for casual/sessional staff.
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be considered upon receipt, and the vacancy may close once a suitable candidate has been appointed.

Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equality, diversity and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.

Accessibility if you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us at [e-mail]

YMCA East Surrey requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children’s and Adult’s barred lists) check, along with reference checks.

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