Minibus Driver (D1) - Safe, Accessible Transit

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Selby; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee discounts

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is recruiting for a Driver in the Fleet and Waste Management sector, based in Selby. You will operate minibuses, ensuring safe journeys and providing assistance to passengers with transport needs.

Experience with minibus driving is advantageous; a D1 entitlement is essential. The role includes training and benefits through a local government scheme, with salary £25,620–£25,989 pro rata per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience driving minibus-type vehicles is advantageous
• D1 or D1 (101) entitlement on driving licence is essential
• Strong communication and caring approach for passengers

Responsibilities

• Drive accessible and non-accessible minibuses and other vehicles
• Ensure passengers board, travel, and alight safely and use equipment properly
• Communicate effectively with school staff, carers, parents and colleagues

Skills

Driving minibus-type vehicles

Communication skills

Education

D1 or D1 (101) entitlement

Job description

North Yorkshire Council is recruiting for a Driver in the Fleet and Waste Management sector, based in Selby. You will operate minibuses, ensuring safe journeys and providing assistance to passengers with transport needs.

Experience with minibus driving is advantageous; a D1 entitlement is essential. The role includes training and benefits through a local government scheme, with salary £25,620–£25,989 pro rata per annum.