Passenger Vehicle Driver

MindVault Inc.; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

MindVault Inc. seeks a compassionate Passenger Vehicle Driver to support the transportation of vulnerable children in Wiltshire. This casual role involves driving students with special educational needs, requiring a D1 license and a commitment to safety. Flexible hours are available based on operational needs, and training will be provided for handling specialized equipment.

Benefits

Friendly and welcoming work environment

Mandatory training provided

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Must hold a D1 driving license.
• Experience with children and special needs clients is advantageous.
• Ability to work on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers safely between home and destinations.
• Collaborate with Passenger Assistants during journeys.
• Ensure safety of the vehicle and all passengers.

Skills

Basic vehicle maintenance

Safety awareness

Restraint equipment handling

Job description

Hours:Casual 0 hours

Salary:£12.65 - £13.05 per hour

Interview date:to be confirmed following shortlisting. Interviews will be held at County Hall Trowbridge

Rolling Advert:We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received.

Please only apply for this role if you have a D1 on your driving licence

Passenger Transport Community Companions

Are you in search of a truly fulfilling role? Here's your chance! Join our Passenger Transport service and play a critical role in ensuring that vulnerable children in Wiltshire receive the education they rightfully deserve.

As a Passenger Vehicle Driver, you will transport passengers between home and their destination in relation to external visits and other journeys as directed. You'll be responsible for the safety of the vehicle and passengers, collaborating closely with any accompanying Passenger Assistants.

A relevant and clean driving license is a must, along with some basic know-how on vehicle maintenance. You'll need to master the use of restraint equipment tailored for individual clients on the vehicle. But don't worry, we provide mandatory training in handling this equipment, ensuring you're well prepared to transport students with Special Educational Needs, including those with medical conditions.

As a relief worker, you'll have no fixed hours and will work on an as-needed basis, which could be within 6 hours notice, depending on Wiltshire Council's requirements and your availability.

We would request your availability for the week ahead to enable us to provide consistency in our SEND transport service, as per our operational need.

As a casual worker, you'll have no fixed hours and will work on an as-needed basis, depending on Wiltshire Council's requirements and your availability. You are not obligated to be available, and the Council is not obliged to offer you work.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.Explore more benefits here!

Please download and read therole description and person specificationcarefully before you apply as well asOur Identity.

The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.

For more details, contactthe Passenger Transport Team.

This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read ourstatement of commitment to equality and inclusion.

Disability Confident Employer

Application process

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