Passenger Assistant

Surrey Choices; Redhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Redhill is seeking a compassionate Part-Time Passenger Assistant to support adults and children with disabilities during their travel. This role involves providing personalized assistance, ensuring safety and comfort, and communicating effectively with both passengers and caregivers. The ideal candidate should have a kind approach and a passion for creating diverse communities. Flexible working hours of 1.5 hours in the morning and afternoon are available, with potential overtime offered.

Benefits

Full training provided

25 days leave plus bank holidays

£500 refer a friend scheme

Generous pension and sick pay scheme

45p per mile expenses

Employee Assistance Programme

Automatic entry into Perkbox benefit scheme

Employee Recognition Award Scheme

Subsidised access to a Blue Light Card

Long service award

Thank you scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for creating diverse communities.
• Ability to provide safety and comfort to passengers.
• Experience or familiarity in assisting individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized assistance to passengers during travel.
• Communicate effectively with passengers and caregivers.
• Monitor passenger feedback and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Kind and caring approach

Willingness to learn

Ability to communicate well

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Part-Time Passenger Assistant

Location: Redhill, Surrey (with regular travel across Surrey-based services)

Hours: Working 1.5 hours in the morning (pick up) and 1.5 hours in the afternoon (drop off) with the possibility of overtime available - some flexibility may be required to cover occasional evenings and weekends.

Salary: £12.60 per hour (£9828 per annum based on 15 hours a week)

Do you want to make a difference to someone’s life?

Do you think you could help people to reach their full potential?

At Surrey Choices, we support people with learning disabilities and autism to be active members of their local communities through inspiring and challenging them to learn, enjoy and achieve their goals. Our mission is to deliver innovative, sustainable services that enable choice and positive outcomes for the people we support. These services are provided by skilled, engaged and inspired colleagues.

The Passenger Assistant is responsible for providing specialised assistance and support to adults and children with disabilities and autism during their travel, ensuring their safety, comfort, and satisfaction. The role involves working closely with passengers with diverse needs and requirements, providing personalised assistance and creating a supportive environment. The Passenger Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring a positive and inclusive travel experience for passengers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personalised assistance and support to adults and children with varying needs during boarding and disembarking from vehicles, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being.
• Understand and accommodate the specific needs and communication preferences of passengers, adapting the assistance and support provided accordingly.
• Communicate effectively with passengers, their caregivers, or accompanying family members to establish trust, understand their requirements, and provide appropriate assistance.
• Offer guidance, reassurance, and support to passengers, promoting a calm and inclusive travel environment.
• Safely handle and transport passenger luggage, mobility aids, or other equipment, taking into account any specific handling requirements or instructions provided.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, empathy, and excellent customer service, ensuring passengers and their caregivers feel valued and supported throughout their journey.
• Proactively monitor and respond to passenger feedback, concerns, or issues, taking prompt and appropriate actions to address them.
• Collaborate closely with the Community Transport team to ensure the smooth operation of services and efficient scheduling of passenger assistance for individuals.
• Adhere to all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure passenger safety, confidentiality, and compliance with legal requirements.
• Keep accurate and confidential records of passenger interactions, including incidents, assistance provided, and any necessary follow-up actions including reporting any safeguarding issues.
• Participate in training programs and stay updated on best practices, techniques, and developments related to the role.

What we would like from you:

• A kind and caring approach to supporting people
• A willingness to learn
• A passion for creating diverse communities
• An ability to communicate well with others

What we can offer you:

• Full training given - career progression encouraged
• 25 days leave plus bank holidays
• £500 refer a friend scheme
• Generous pension and sick pay scheme
• 45p per mile expenses
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Automatic entry into Perkbox benefit scheme
• Employee Recognition Award Scheme
• Subsidised access to a Blue Light Card
• Long service award
• Thank you scheme

For an informal conversation and to find out more about this rewarding role, please contact Lydia Simpson on 07860 918148

For a full job description, follow - Surrey Choices Passenger Assistant

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