Passenger Assistant - Safe, Community Transport

North Yorkshire Council; Skipton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee discounts

Health Assured

Learning & development

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council invites applications for a part-time Passenger Assistant to support safe, reliable journeys across our community. This role covers journeys to and from activities on a 25-hour-per-week schedule, during term time, with pro rata annual pay and training provided including PATS, First Aid and Managing Challenging Behaviour.

Experience is not essential, but caring, flexible and committed individuals who communicate well with carers and colleagues are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience is not essential, though some experience working in a similar role is an advantage.
• Full training is provided for the right individual.
• Includes Passenger Assistant Training Scheme (PATS), Basic First Aid and Managing Challenging Behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Ensure passengers board, travel, and alight safely and that safety equipment is used correctly.
• Use strong communication to connect with carers and colleagues.
• Support clients on journeys to and from activities, with a caring and responsible approach.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

North Yorkshire Council invites applications for a part-time Passenger Assistant to support safe, reliable journeys across our community. This role covers journeys to and from activities on a 25-hour-per-week schedule, during term time, with pro rata annual pay and training provided including PATS, First Aid and Managing Challenging Behaviour.

Experience is not essential, but caring, flexible and committed individuals who communicate well with carers and colleagues are encouraged to apply.