Passenger assistant

The Best Connection; Rochester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Part-time work

Training provided

Potential permanent role

Community impact

Job summary

The Best Connection are recruiting a Passenger Assistant for a school transport role near Rochester Airport in Kent. You will work with a Minibus Driver to help children with Special Educational Needs travel safely.

No prior experience is required as full training is provided. Hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00–9:30 and 14:00–16:30 during school terms. The role offers £12.95 per hour, ongoing part-time work, full training, and a potential permanent position after 13 weeks.

Qualifications

• A caring, patient, and reliable approach.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and colleagues.
• Understanding of safeguarding and passenger safety.
• Ability to support children with a range of additional needs.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting children safely on and off the vehicle.
• Supporting passengers with emotional, physical, and additional needs.
• Ensuring passenger safety throughout each journey.
• Helping create a calm, positive, and supportive environment.
• Assisting with specialist vehicle equipment, including accessibility features.
• Accompanying passengers to and from designated pick-up and drop-off points.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Communication

Safeguarding

Job description

Passenger Assistant (School Transport) - Rochester

Near Rochester Airport, Kent | £12.95 per hour | Part-Time & Flexible Hours | Monday to Friday | Ongoing Work with Temp to Perm Opportunity

The Best Connection are currently recruiting Passenger Assistants for a well-established client based near Rochester Airport. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking flexible, part-time work that fits around other commitments while making a genuine difference in their local community.

As a Passenger Assistant, you will work alongside a Minibus Driver, helping to provide safe and reliable transport for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across the Medway Towns area. No previous experience is required as full training will be provided.

Role

• Assisting children safely on and off the vehicle
• Supporting passengers with emotional, physical, and additional needs
• Ensuring passenger safety throughout each journey
• Helping create a calm, positive, and supportive environment
• Assisting with specialist vehicle equipment, including accessibility features (full training provided)
• Accompanying passengers to and from designated pick-up and drop-off points

This is a rewarding frontline role where your support can have a positive impact on children's daily lives.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday during school term times:

• Morning Run: 7:00am - 9:30am
• Afternoon Run: 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Ideal for candidates looking for school-friendly hours or additional income.

What's on Offer

• £12.95 per hour
• Ongoing part-time work
• Full training provided
• Meaningful and rewarding role within the local community
• Opportunity to become a permanent employee after 13 weeks
• Flexible working arrangement

Requirements

• A caring, patient, and reliable approach
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and colleagues
• Understanding of the importance of safeguarding and passenger safety
• Ability to support children with a range of additional needs
• Enhanced DBS check required

DBS Information

An Enhanced DBS is required for this position. If you do not currently hold one, The Best Connection can assist with the application process. A DBS completed within the last 12 months would be advantageous.