Passenger Transport Driver (20 hrs per week, term time only + 20hrs training)

Driverz Work; Telford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff benefits and discounts

Free on-site parking

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Telford & Wrekin Council’s Transport Team is seeking Passenger Transport Drivers to operate minibuses delivering safe, reliable transport for pupils, adults and community groups across the borough. You will work with Passenger Assistants and the Transport Office to ensure comfort, dignity and high service standards on every journey.

Applicants should have strong communication and organisational skills with a friendly, flexible approach.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to delivering high standards of customer care.
• Willing to work with diverse passengers including children and adults.
• D1 licence desirable, with willingness to work toward it.

Responsibilities

• Operate minibuses providing specialist transport services.
• Work with Passenger Assistants and Transport Office to ensure safety, comfort and dignity.
• Build positive relationships with passengers, families and care providers.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Customer-focused

Reliable team player

Job description

Make a difference every day with Telford & Wrekin Council's Transport Team

This is an exciting opportunity to join Telford & Wrekin Council's Transport Team, responsible for delivering safe, reliable, sustainable and innovative transport services that provide excellent value for money to residents across the borough.

We are looking for enthusiastic and customer-focused individuals to join our team of Passenger Transport Drivers.In this rewarding role,you will be responsible for operating minibuses that provide specialist transport services for a wide range of passengers, including children with special educational needs, adults with disabilities, social care clients and members of the public accessing bespoke transport services.

This is a varied and fulfilling role where no two days are the same.You'll work with a dynamic range of people, building positive relationships with passengers, families, carers, schools, care providers, passenger assistants and colleagues, while helping people access education, care and essential services safely and comfortably.

A D1 licence is desirable; however we also welcome applications from individuals who are willing to work towards obtaining this qualification, with a commitment to developing the skills required for the role.

As a Driver, you will play a key role in supporting passengers throughout their journey, working closely with Passenger Assistants and the Passenger Transport Office Team to ensure the safety, comfort and dignity of every passenger is maintained at all times.

The role usually operates on a split-shift basis, with typical working hours of:

• Morning shift: 7:15am – 9:30am
• Afternoon shift: 2:30pm – 4:15pm

This working pattern is perfect for those who enjoy having time available during the day, whether for family commitments, study, hobbies or other employment.

Successful candidates will have excellent communication and organisational skills, a positive and flexible attitude, and a strong commitment to delivering high standards of customer care.You will be a reliable team player who enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and takes pride in making a positive difference within the community.

We are committed to equality and diversity. Posts working with children or vulnerable groups will be subject to an appropriate criminal records check.

At Telford & Wrekin Council, we know that having a diverse workforce is key to providing the best possible services to our community.We celebrate having a diverse and inclusive culture where people are able to be themselves at work, and everyone has a voice.

Posts working with children or vulnerable groups will be subject to an appropriate criminal records check.It is an offence to apply for a role that involves engaging in regulated activity with children and adults in vulnerable circumstances if you are barred from working with one or both of these groups.

We value our employees and offer staff rewards and plenty of opportunities for personal development and career progression including:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Automatic access to a secure, flexible and tax efficient Local Government Pension Scheme
• Staff benefits and discounts including salary sacrifice schemes
• Free on-site parking
• Free access to our employee assistance programme and confidential counselling

Find out further information about working at Telford & Wrekin Council including our full list of benefits.

Please note that Telford & Wrekin Council do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas

Attached documents
Passenger Transport Driver JD & Person Spec